Suicide

Inquests into Death by Suicide

If someone is suspected to have committed suicide, a coroner’s inquest will be requested by the police once the death has been reported. After an investigation has deduced it was a suspected suicide, the corner will work to decide whether that was indeed the case, holding a public hearing (sometimes with the support of a jury) to decide, beyond reasonable doubt, that it was suicide.

Who can help me with an inquest?

If you have lost someone due to suspected suicide, you are entitled to legal representation during the process of the inquest.

In that case that the person in question had known mental health issues, the case could be a clinical negligence matter. Should you have reason to believe this is the case, contact our clinical negligence solicitors who can help prepare and represent you throughout the process.

If you have reason to believe that the suspected suicide was not in fact suicide, then the inquest should reveal that. If the coroner finds the suspected suicide to be an unlawful killing, the matter will become a criminal investigation. Our solicitors will support you throughout the investigation.

How can Duncan Lewis help me with an inquest?

You are entitled to legal representation when dealing with an inquest into the death of a loved one. If you have any queries relating to the death of someone by suicide, call Duncan Lewis Action Against Public Authorities solicitors and we can direct you to the correct department for your case.

If you are unsure who can help you with an inquest, call Duncan Lewis Action Against Public Authority solicitors on 0333 772 0409.