FSC100H5 Lecture 5: 5_ Death and Trauma (1)
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Other forensic specialists (must be approved by chief coroner) Medical examiners found in alberta, manitoba, nova scotia, and. Reviews death occurring by accident, homicide, suicide. Dates back to 11th century (after norman conquests) Established in england keep the pleas of the crown . Function is to protect financial interest of the crown in criminal proceedings. Qualified in chapter 24 of magna carta stating: no sheriff, constable, coroner or bailiff shall hold pleas of our crown . Lieutenant governer in council may appoint one or more legally qualified medical practitioners to be coroners for ontario. Assists chief coroner in performance of duties in the region. Established by minister - function of which shall be to facilitate provision of pathologists services. Police force having jurisdiction in locality where coroner has jurisdiction shall make available to the coroner the assistance of such police officers as are necessary for purpose of carrying out coroner"s duties.
