inquests in English

noun
1
a judicial inquiry to ascertain the facts relating to an incident, such as a death.
The costs could continue to rise as the Ministry of Defence is considering applying for a judicial review of the inquest .

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1. The warden or his deputy presided at Forest inquests into venison trespasses, and at the attachment courts.

2. Refuse to play games Is there an alternative for Labour to the introspection of leadership contests and inquests?

3. The beadle, a parish officer responsible for persuading householders to do their duty as jurors at such inquests, has assembled 12 men.

4. 17 Forest townships were compelled to pay the warden large sums of money if they did not attend Forest inquests at his summons.

5. In response to the State Government’s restrictions to reduce the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), all Coroners Court hearings, including inquests, will be convened …