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Definition of «inquest»

An inquest is a formal inquiry or investigation into an event, typically involving witnesses and evidence. It can also refer to a legal proceeding held to determine the cause of someone's death, which may result in a verdict of natural causes, accidental death, suicide, or homicide.

Usage examples

  1. The police conducted an inquest to determine the cause of death in the suspicious case.
  2. The coroner held an inquest to investigate the circumstances surrounding the plane crash.
  3. The family called for an inquest to seek answers and justice for their daughter's untimely death.
  4. The judge ordered an inquest to examine the possible medical malpractice in the patient's death.
  5. The media covered the high-profile inquest into the controversial shooting incident, eagerly awaiting the findings.

Phrases with «inquest»

Sentences with «inquest»

  • Alasdair Henderson in inquest into death of Sarah Mulenga and the failure of paramedics attending her - May 2013 (1cor.com)
  • I also have significant experience as an advocate, representing families at inquests in clinical negligence matters and after trauma accidents. (mooreblatchresolve.com)
  • We have wide experience of coronial law, appearing in inquests as well as claims for judicial review of coroners» decisions. (1cor.com)
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