What laws govern coronial proceedings?
- Each state and territory has legislation governing coronial proceedings:
- VIC: Coroners Act 2008;
- QLD: Coroners Act 2003;
- NSW: Coroners Act 2009;
- SA: Coroners Act 2003;
- NT: Coroners Act 1993;
- TAS: Coroners Act 1995;
- ACT: Coroners Act 1997; and
- WA: Coroners Act 1996.
- If you need more specific information about what the legislation says and how it applies in your situation you can use our free and anonymous Ask a Lawyer service.
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