Useful Information
Information for the Bereaved
In this section you will find information to help you understand why your loved one's death has been referred to the Coroner. You can download the Ministry of Justice – Guide to Coroner Services booklet for the bereaved...
About the Coroner Service
A Coroner is an independent judicial office holder who is required by law to investigate deaths that are unnatural or violent, where the cause of death is unknown, or where the deceased died in custody or otherwise in state detention, or if the death requires investigation for some other reason...
About Inquests
An Inquest is a public judicial inquiry to determine: who the deceased was, when they died, where they died, the medical cause of their death and how they came by their death. Usually it is the 'how' question that will be the focus of the Coroner’s inquiries...
Information for Witnesses
You have been asked to attend the Coroner’s court to assist the Coroner in establishing when, where and how the deceased came by their death. This is a formal hearing and whilst there is no specific dress code we ask witnesses to dress reasonably smartly and respectfully...
Information For Jurors
In this section you will find infomation to help you understand what to expect of your Jury service throughout the whole process.
Information for Press and Public
Inquests are generally held in open court where members of the public and press have the right to attend. There will generally be space available in the courtroom for press and public...
Feedback and Complaints
Cheshire Coroner's Court welcomes all feedback. As stated in the Ministry of Justice guide to Coroner Services, Coroner's courts are committed to providing a service which meets the needs of the public it serves...
Information for Lawyers & other Court Users
Court facilities WiFi is available in the court rooms. To connect, select 'Guest' and sign in. If you require a private room for your clients, please notify the coroner's officer in advance of the hearing...