Obligation of registered medical practitioner to report death
26 Obligation of registered medical practitioner to report death
A registered medical practitioner who makes a report under section 10 of the Act, in accordance with Rule 25, must give a written medical deposition to the coroner as soon as practicable after making the report to the coroner.
A registered medical practitioner who makes a report under section 13 of the Act, in accordance with Rule 25, must give a written medical deposition to the State Coroner as soon as practicable after making the report to the State Coroner or the Institute.
A medical deposition of a registered medical practitioner under paragraph (1) or (2) may be given to the State Coroner or coroner (as required) by electronic communication.
Note
Section 38 of the Interpretation of Legislation Act 1984 defines electronic communication.
Order 5—Investigation of deaths and fires
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