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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 2Pt. 3Ch. 10Art. 2§ 27501 Coroner Inquest Adjournment

§ 27501 Coroner Inquest Adjournment

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§ 27501 Coroner Inquest Adjournment

Key Takeaways

  • •The coroner can pause or delay an investigation if they need more time.
  • •They can do this as many times as needed.
  • •This helps them gather all the facts before making a decision.

Example

If someone dies in a car crash, and the coroner needs more time to figure out what happened.

The coroner can say, 'I need more time to check everything,' and pause the investigation. They can do this again if they still need more time.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 27501 Coroner Inquest Adjournment

The coroner may adjourn the inquest from time to time as may be necessary. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

deaththe coronerinvestigation

Related Statutes

  • § 27490 Coroner Inquest Requirements
  • § 27491.6 Coroner Inquest Authority
  • § 27491.1 Coroner'S Death Notification Duty
  • § 27491.2 Coroner Death Investigation Authority
  • § 27499 Coroner Witness And Expert Summons

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 27501.
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