Why are autopsies performed?

There are a number of reasons autopsies are performed. 

However, the basic reason is to determine the cause and manner of death when it is not known, also to gather evidence for presentation in a court of law.

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1. Does every death involve the coroner?
2. Does the coroner's office provide all death certificates
3. Who performs an autopsy?
4. Why are autopsies performed?