S.D. Codified Laws § 34-26A-32

Current through the 2024 Legislative Session
Section 34-26A-32 - Refusal to release or dispose remains pending dispute resolution-Immunity

A crematory may refuse to release or dispose of cremated remains if it is aware of any dispute concerning the release or disposition of the remains.

A crematory shall release or dispose of the cremated remains upon receiving an order from a court directing the activity or upon receipt of sufficient documentation indicating that the dispute has been resolved.

A crematory is immune from liability for refusing to release or dispose of cremated remains, in accordance with this section.

SDCL 34-26A-32

SL 1988, ch 283, § 32; SL 2023, ch 129, §26.
Amended by S.L. 2023, ch. 129,s. 26, eff. 7/1/2023.