N.D. Admin. Code 25-05-01-11
Funeral directors holding cremated remains must have written release from legal next of kin before the funeral director disposes of remains in any manner other than that suggested on the cremation form. The release must clearly remove liability of the funeral director, the cremation facility or authority, or the state regulatory agency from responsibility. Copies of these forms must be provided to the next of kin, retained by the funeral director, and the cremation authority, and made available to the state board of funeral service upon request. Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action. Any cremated remains existing prior to May 1, 1993, may be disposed of ninety days after a written attempt to contact next of kin for written approval.
N.D. Admin Code 25-05-01-11
General Authority: NDCC 43-10-05
Law Implemented: NDCC 43-10-05