Who must comply with the Coroner of a reportable death (state)?

Health practitioners, aged care providers, NDIS providers, police, family.

What triggers the Coroner of a reportable death (state)?

Death meeting reportable criteria.

What is the maximum penalty for the Coroner of a reportable death (state)?

Criminal penalties for failure to report under state Coroners Acts

What evidence is required for the Coroner of a reportable death (state)?

Coroner notification; medical certificate of cause of death not to be issued where reportable.

Notify the Coroner of a reportable death (state): who must comply, deadlines & penalties (2026)

Summary

Each state has a Coroners Act setting circumstances requiring coronial notification — unexpected, violent, in care/custody, identity unknown, etc. Health practitioners + family + persons present must notify the relevant Coroner.

Topics

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Frequently asked questions

Who must comply with the Coroner of a reportable death (state)?: Health practitioners, aged care providers, NDIS providers, police, family.
What triggers the Coroner of a reportable death (state)?: Death meeting reportable criteria.
When is the Coroner of a reportable death (state) due?: Immediately on awareness.
What is the maximum penalty for the Coroner of a reportable death (state)?: Criminal penalties for failure to report under state Coroners Acts
What evidence is required for the Coroner of a reportable death (state)?: Coroner notification; medical certificate of cause of death not to be issued where reportable.