Introducing the inquest process

Help During a Difficult Time

• • These pages provide information you might need if someone close to you has died and their death has been reported to the Coroner, or if you have been called as a witness at an inquest.

Why is the Coroner Involved?

• • The Coroner needs to find out what happened and how the person died.

Understanding the Inquest Process

• • For most people, this process is new and can be difficult, especially when dealing with grief.
  • These pages offer an introduction to the coronial process in Jersey and may help you find sources of help and advice. They are not intended to cover every situation that might arise.

Need Help?

• • If you have any questions, contact the police coroner’s officer assigned to your case.