The Coroners (Inquests) Rules 2013
These Rules regulate the practice and procedure relating to inquests conducted as part of an investigation into a death under the Coroners and Justice Act 2009 (“the 2009 Act”). These Rules set out the procedure for managing the proceedings at an inquest and make provision relating to the disclosure of documents at an inquest and provision relating to inquests heard with a jury.
Lifecycle
Department
Made
02 Jul 2013
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In force
25 Jul 2013
Enabling power
The Lord Chief Justice, with the agreement of the Lord Chancellor, makes these Rules in exercise of the powers conferred by section 45 of the Coroners and Justice Act 2009.
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