Cemeteries: removal of remains.
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Fiscal committee
No
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No
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill changes the process for removing human remains from cemeteries in California. Currently, obtaining consent from family members or court approval is needed. The bill requires a court to grant permission for removal if consent cannot be obtained, provided there is a demonstrated ‘good cause’ for the removal. This aims to streamline the process for removing remains when traditional consent methods are unavailable.
Key provisions
- Requires a court to grant permission for removal of remains.
- Establishes ‘good cause’ as the standard for court approval.
- Removes the requirement for consent from family members if consent cannot be obtained.
- Addresses Section 7526 of the Health and Safety Code.
Who is affected
- Cemetery authorities
- Families of deceased individuals
- Courts
- Registrars
Notable changes
- Changes the requirement for obtaining consent for removal of remains.
- Introduces ‘good cause’ as a legal standard for court approval.
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