Coroners hear inquests to:
At the end of the inquest process, the coroner may make recommendations or comments on measures that may reduce the possibility of death in similar circumstances.
A coroner is a judicial officer appointed by the Governor-General with the special role of inquiring into the deaths of people in particular circumstances. They have the powers of a District Court judge, exercising jurisdiction under the Criminal Procedure Act 2011, including the power to summon witnesses.
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