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This book satisfies the need for a comprehensive guide to the practice and procedure of coroners in the Irish jurisdiction. This practical text will benefit coroners, doctors, barristers, solicitors, gardai, hospitals, and citizens' advice bureaux. It describes the law in force, viz The Coroners Act 1962 and other enactments governing coroners' inquests, e.g. The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 1989, together with the common law. Decisions of the High and Supreme Courts are included. In addition, where relevant, reference is made to the law of England and Wales. Contents: History of coronership in Ireland. Present day office of coroner. Functions of the coroner. Reporting deaths to the coroner. Coroners' inquiries. Procedure at inquests. Special matters including quashing an inquisition, medical inquests and homicide. Administrative matters. |
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