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Coroners Act 1995
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66 Contempt
A person must not –
(a) insult a coroner in relation to the exercise of the coroner's functions or powers; or
(b) interrupt an inquest; or
(c) create a disturbance, or take part in creating or continuing a disturbance, in or near a place at which an inquest is being held.
Penalty: Fine not exceeding 50 penalty units or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 6 months.