California § 8653 - Any surviving spouse, parent, child or heir who has a right of interment in a fam
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 8653 — Any surviving spouse, parent, child or heir who has a right of interment in a fam, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8653. Any surviving spouse, parent, child or heir who has a right of interment in a fam
Any surviving spouse, parent, child or heir who has a right of interment in a family plot may waive such right in favor of any other relative, or spouse of a relative of either the deceased owner or of his spouse, and upon such waiver the remains of the person in whose favor the waiver is made may be interred in the plot.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 8653
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 8653 cover?
Section 8653 ("Any surviving spouse, parent, child or heir who has a right of interment in a fam") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 8653?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 8653" (California). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of California law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.
How does California § 8653 apply to my situation?
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