Maine § 1405-A. - Disposition of cremated remains
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1405-A. — Disposition of cremated remains, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1405-A.. Disposition of cremated remains
A funeral director or a practitioner of funeral services who receives cremated remains or has received cremated remains prior to the effective date of this section may dispose of those cremated remains in accordance with Title 13, section 1032, providing the following conditions have been met: [PL 2009, c. 39, §1 (AMD).]
1. Cremated remains not claimed for one year. The cremated remains have not been claimed after a time period of at least one year from the time of cremation; and
2. Notice. The funeral director or practitioner of funeral services has sent notice by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the last known address of the person who authorized the cremation at least 60 days prior to disposal.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1405-A.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1405-A. cover?
Section 1405-A. ("Disposition of cremated remains") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. 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 Maine § 1405-A.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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