📜 Coroners Amendment Bill 1999
Legislative Council Second ReadingLC22 April 1999
The Coroners Amendment Bill 1999 amends the Coroners Act 1996 to create the position of Deputy State Coroner, clarify procedures related to post-mortem examinations, and allow for extensions of time for applications related to these examinations.
Impact
This bill affects the operation of the Coroner's Court and the rights of families regarding post-mortem examinations. It clarifies procedures and provides more flexibility in certain circumstances, potentially impacting bereaved families and the justice system.
Key Changes
["Creates the position of Deputy State Coroner and Acting Deputy State Coroner.", "Introduces 'clear working days' for time limits related to post-mortem examinations.", "Allows the Supreme Court to grant extensions of time for applications regarding post-mortem examinations and exhumations in exceptional circumstances.", "Clarifies procedures for when a senior next of kin withdraws a request to prevent a post-mortem examination."]
Parliamentary Progress
- LC Second Reading MovedLC22 Apr 1999
Affected Sectors
justicehealthemergency_services
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