# Act of Sederunt (Fatal Accident Inquiry Rules) 2017, Rule 3.2: First order

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(1) The sheriff must make an order (a “first order”) under section 15(3) (initiating the inquiry) within 14 days of receiving first notice.
(2) The sheriff may order the procurator fiscal to appear in chambers to discuss the first order.
(3) If the sheriff orders that a preliminary hearing is to be held, it must be ordered to take place within 56 days after the date of the first order.
(4) If the sheriff orders that a preliminary hearing is not to be held, the inquiry must be ordered to take place within 56 days after the date of the first order.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ssi/2017/103/rule/3.2 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/act-of-sederunt-fatal-accident-inquiry-rules-2017/rule-3.2
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