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    • Loved ones

      A sudden death is always reported to the coroner. An investigation is commenced immediately, and you will be contacted shortly afterwards

    • Process for families

      information on the process for families dealing with the court system

    • Support Services

      support services which are offered in coronial division and list of other support services

    • Senior next of kin

      Legal rights of senior next of kin, Hierarchy, delegation of responsibilities

    • Practitioners and other court users

      guidance on investigations for lawyers and laypersons involving sudden deaths

    • Legal Professionals

      Focuses on investigations involving sudden deaths rather than fires and explosions, designed for legal practitioners, medical professionals,

    • Medical Practitioners

      the role of medical practitioners in the context of the coroner’s court and their responsibilities in reporting deaths.

    • Interested Persons

      details the rights of interested persons, including viewing statements, receiving updates, and participating in inquests,

    • Information Sessions

      Education, Information Sessions

    • Inquest

      a public hearing to inquire into a death, fire or explosion, coroners involvement in directing investigations, is an inquest necessary

    • Case management conference

      A meeting to plan out the rest of the investigation or inquest, involving parties to the case and chaired by a coroner. To gather parties, identify issues

    • Witnesses

      The page details the inquest process, including the role of witnesses and the importance of their evidence in court. It emphasizes support for witnesses

    • Findings comments recommendations

      The page explains that coroners’ findings are the facts established after an investigation or inquest into a death, fire, or explosion.

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    • About

      functions and processes of coronial division, message from coroner, information on how the court investigates deaths

    • People of the court

      The page explains that all magistrates are coroners under the Act, and specific magistrates are allocated primarily coronial duties.

    • Court structure

      Outlines the legislative framework of the Coronial Division of the Magistrates Court of Tasmania

    • FAQs

      Defines what constitutes a reportable death under the Coroners Act 1995. Explains who is considered the senior next of kin and their role.

    • Courtroom Etiquette

      Guidelines on appropriate behavior and dress code in court, A typical day, including the roles of coroners, associates, and administrative officers

    • Resources and Forms

      various forms for the public in relation to the coronial process

    • Coping with Grief

      Lists various support services, challenges of coping with sudden loss, resources

    • Who can help

      Contact details for inquiries about the coronial process or information about an investigation. Information on government benefits and claims.

    • Forms and fees

      Details about the fees and various documents and services provided by the coroner's court.

    • Other key organisations

      Details about who assists the coroner with medical expertise for investigations, who provides scientific analysis for coronial investigations

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The Coronial Division is committed to treating every person with dignity and respect.
If you are participating in a coronial matter—whether as a witness, family member, legal representative, or support person—you are welcome to let us know how to address you correctly.

The Coronial Division values respectful and inclusive communication.
Using correct pronunciation, titles, and pronouns supports a safe and considerate environment for everyone who engages with the court.

We recognise that a deceased person may also have had specific preferences about their name, title, or pronouns.
Senior next‑of‑kin (SNOKs) or family members are invited to share this information with us so we can refer to the deceased respectfully throughout the coronial process.

Acknowledgement of country

In recognition of the deep history and culture of this Island, we acknowledge Tasmanian Aboriginal people, the original and continuing Custodians of the Land, Sea and Sky. We acknowledge and pay our respects to all Tasmanian Aboriginal Communities, all of whom have survived invasion and dispossession, and continue to maintain their identity, culture and Aboriginal rights

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