Maine § 3029. - Body buried without inquiry
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 3029. — Body buried without inquiry, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3029.. Body buried without inquiry
1. Notification of district attorney or Attorney General. If in any medical examiner case:
A. The body is buried:
(2) Before the inquiry or examination has been completed to the satisfaction of the medical examiner; or
(3) Without an autopsy if such was advisable pursuant to section 3028; and [PL 1979, c. 538, §9 (NEW).]
B. The body is required for that inquiry, examination, completion or autopsy, the medical examiner shall notify the district attorney, for the district in which the body was found, or the Attorney General. [PL 1979, c. 538, §9 (NEW).]
2. Petition for order of exhumation. The district attorney or Attorney General may, under the circumstances enumerated in subsection 1 and if the district attorney or Attorney General finds it to be in the public interest, petition a justice of the Superior Court for an order of exhumation.
3. Report of findings. The medical examiner, Chief Medical Examiner or pathologist who completes the inquiry, examination or autopsy shall report the findings to the justice and to the Office of Chief Medical Examiner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 3029.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 3029. cover?
Section 3029. ("Body buried without inquiry") 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 § 3029.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 3029." (Maine). 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 Maine law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.
How does Maine § 3029. apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maine can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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