Who is entitled to know the date of a coroner's inquest and how do I find out if I am entitled?

Question

This question is related to the United Kingdom

Answer 1

If an inquest is held, the coroner must inform the following people: - the married partner of the deceased - the nearest relative (if different) - and the personal representative (if different from above).

Relatives can attend an inquest and ask questions of witnesses but they may only ask questions about the medical cause and circumstances of the death. They may be represented by a lawyer for that purpose. I believe that if you are a relative you are entitled to approach the coroner and ask to be added to the list of people notified of the proceedings. As the proceedings are in open court, anyone is entitled to attend, although in practice only interested parties show up: relatives, anyone who has reason to be concerned about the results of the increase (e.g. ex employer, representative of insurance company) and any lawyer instructed by the family.

If you need general information, it is available from"
Home Office
Coroners Section
Constitutional and Community Policy Directorate
Room 972
50 Queen Anne’s Gate
London
SW1H 9AT

Answer 2

It would be helpful to know the state/country in which the inquest is taking place.

Answer 3

belive this is public knowledge, ask the coronors office at your local police station