North Carolina § 65-77 - Minimum burial depth.
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§ 65-77. Minimum burial depth.
When final disposition of a human body entails interment, the top of the uppermost part of the burial vault or other encasement shall be a minimum of 18 inches below the ground surface. This section does not apply to: Burials where no part of the burial vault or other encasement containing the body is touching the ground. Burials where the land is located in a family owned cemetery that was established by deed recorded prior to January 1, 1989, and the individual to be buried is to be buried in a surface burial vault in a manner similar to that of the individual's deceased spouse who was buried prior to January 1, 1981. History (1995, c. 123, s. 16; 1999-425, s. 4; 2003-420, s. 8(b).) Editor's Note. - This section is former G.S. 90-210.25 A as recodified by Session Laws 2003-420, s. 8(b). The historical citation of the former section has been added to this section as recodified. §§ 65-78 through 65-84: Reserved for future codification purposes.
Frequently Asked Questions About North Carolina § 65-77
What does North Carolina General Statutes § 65-77 cover?
Section 65-77 ("Minimum burial depth.") is part of the North Carolina General Statutes, the codified statutory law of North Carolina. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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