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12 General functions and jurisdiction of coroner (1) A coroner has the functions and jurisdiction given by this Act or any other territory law. (2) Except as otherwise provided by this Act, a coroner also has all the functions and jurisdiction that were vested in a coroner immediately before the commencement of the Coroners Act 1956.

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