Idaho § 31-2802 - Burial or cremation of unclaimed bodies
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 31-2802 — Burial or cremation of unclaimed bodies, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 31-2802. Burial or cremation of unclaimed bodies
When no person takes charge of the body of the deceased within fourteen (14) days of death, the coroner shall cause the body to be decently interred or cremated; and if there is not sufficient property belonging to the estate of the deceased to pay the necessary expenses of the burial or cremation, the expenses are a legal charge against the county pursuant to the provisions of section 31-3412 , Idaho Code.
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 31-2802
What does Idaho Statutes § 31-2802 cover?
Section 31-2802 ("Burial or cremation of unclaimed bodies") is part of the Idaho Statutes, the codified statutory law of Idaho. 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 Idaho § 31-2802?
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Is this the official text of Idaho law?
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