New Jersey § 45:7-95
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 45:7-95, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45:7-95.
A funeral director may permit the funeral, disinterment or disposition of human remains
on the written authorization of a person who claims to be, and is believed to be,
a person who has the right to control the funeral, disinterment or disposition as
provided by sections 22 and 23 of P.L.2003, c. 261 ( C.45:27-22 and C.45:27-23 ). A cemetery or funeral director shall not be liable for the funeral, disinterment
or disposition pursuant to this authorization unless it had reasonable notice that
the person did not have the right to control the funeral, disinterment or disposition. If there are no known living relatives, a funeral director may rely on the written
authorization of any person acting in good faith on behalf of the decedent. A person who signs an authorization for the funeral, disinterment or disposition of
human remains warrants the truth of the facts stated, the identity of the person whose
remains are disposed, and the authority to order the funeral, disinterment or disposition. A cemetery or funeral director shall not be liable for the funeral, disinterment
or disposition in accordance with the authorization unless it had reasonable notice
that the representations were untrue or that the person lacked the right to control
the funeral, disinterment or disposition.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 45:7-95
What does New Jersey Statutes § 45:7-95 cover?
Section 45:7-95 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. 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 New Jersey § 45:7-95?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 45:7-95" (New Jersey). 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 New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 45:7-95 apply to my situation?
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