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Inquest
Inquest (/ɪnˈkwɛst/) is a judicial inquiry in common law jurisdictions, particularly one held to determine the cause of a person's death. Conducted by a judge, jury, or government official, the inquest may or may not require an autopsy carried out by a coroner or medical examiner.
Etymology
The term "inquest" comes from the Latin inquisitio, which means "inquiry" or "investigation". It was first used in English in the 13th century.
Related Terms
- Coroner: An official who investigates violent, sudden, or suspicious deaths.
- Autopsy: A post-mortem examination to discover the cause of death or the extent of disease.
- Common Law: The part of English law that is derived from custom and judicial precedent rather than statutes.
- Medical Examiner: A medically qualified government officer whose duty is to investigate deaths and injuries that occur under unusual or suspicious circumstances.
See Also
- Forensic Pathology: The study of determining the cause of death by examining a corpse.
- Mortuary Science: The study of deceased bodies through mortuary work.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Inquest
- Wikipedia's article - Inquest
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