Coroner - New Zealand

New Zealand

Two coronial services operate in New Zealand. The older one deals only with deaths before midnight of 30 June 2007 that remain under investigation. The new system operates under the Coroners Act 2006, which:

  • Established the office of the chief coroner to provide leadership and coordination
  • Moved to a smaller number of mostly full-time legally qualified coroners
  • Ensured families are notified of significant steps in the coronial process
  • Introduced a specific regime for attention and release of body parts and body samples
  • Enhanced inquiry and inquest processes

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