Australian Capital Territory Consolidated Acts

CORONERS ACT 1997 - SECT 52

    (1)     A coroner holding an inquest must find, if possible—

        (a)     the identity of the deceased; and

        (b)     when and where the death happened; and

        (c)     the manner and cause of death; and

        (d)     in the case of the suspected death of a person—that the person has died.

    (2)     A coroner holding an inquiry must find, if possible—

        (a)     the cause and origin of the fire or disaster; and

        (b)     the circumstances in which the fire or disaster happened.

    (3)     At the conclusion of an inquest or inquiry, the coroner must record his or her findings in writing.

    (4)     A coroner may comment on any matter connected with the death, fire or disaster including public health or safety or the administration of justice.