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... > social science subjects > criminology and criminal justice > criminology > law enforcement > investigation techniques > coroner and medical examiner systems
... > social science subjects > criminology and criminal justice > criminology > white-collar and corporate crime > criminology and justice > investigation techniques > coroner and medical examiner systems

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coroner and medical examiner systems  

Definition

  • A short time before the Norman Conquest, the Office of the Coroner was established in England. The coroners at that time were appointed by the king, and their duty was to represent and protect the interests of the Crown. [Source: Encyclopedia of Law Enforcement; Coroner and Medical Examiner Systems]

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