Who is authorised to certify death?

In many jurisdictions, the following individuals are authorised to certify death:

- Medical practitioners: Doctors and other medical professionals who are licensed and qualified to practice medicine can typically certify deaths that occur under their care.

- Coroners and medical examiners: These officials are responsible for investigating and certifying deaths that are sudden, unexpected, or suspicious in nature. They may also certify deaths when the cause of death cannot be determined by a medical practitioner or when there is a legal requirement for an investigation.

- Medical certifiers: In some jurisdictions, specific individuals may be designated as medical certifiers. They are authorised to certify deaths based on their training and expertise, such as nurses, physician assistants, or midwives.

- Justices of the peace or registrars: In some cases, justices of the peace or registrars of vital statistics may also be authorised to certify deaths, particularly in rural areas or when other certifying authorities are not available.

The exact title and designation of the authorised person may vary depending on the laws, regulations, and practices of each jurisdiction.