When a death must go to the coroner
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1. When a death must go to the coroner
Certain deaths must be reported to a coroner; the official service explains when and how this happens.
When?
Report deaths that fall within the statutory/official coroner categories without proceeding as an ordinary medical-certification case.
Where / who?
Coroner for the district where the death occurred/is reportable; Garda/medical professionals may also notify.
What to prepare?
Identity, circumstances of death, medical information and contact details as requested.
What to check?
A coroner case can delay civil registration/funeral arrangements until the required medical/legal steps are complete.
Official source: gov.ie
