Pennsylvania § 13951 - Disposition costs.
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§ 13951. Disposition costs.
(a) Cost of disposition.--If a legal representative makes a claim to property after disposition of the deceased has occurred at county expense, any property retained from the deceased by the coroner in accordance with section 13915 (relating to unclaimed property and sales) shall be subject to sale to cover the cost of disposition with the balance, if any, going to the legal representatives. No property shall be sold under this subsection unless the coroner has provided written notice to the representative of all of the following:
(1) The costs of disposition.
(2) A list of the property held in accordance with section 13915.
(3) An opportunity to pay the costs of disposition within 60 days of the notice.
(b) Costs of securing.--If the coroner secures the premises of the deceased, the costs of securing the premises may be charged against the estate of the deceased.
(c) Civil liability.--A coroner who reasonably attempts to secure or safeguard any real property where the deceased is found and any personal property on or around the deceased is immune from civil liability for damage to or loss of the property or its contents.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 13951
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 13951 cover?
Section 13951 ("Disposition costs.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania § 13951?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 13951" (Pennsylvania). 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 Pennsylvania law?
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How does Pennsylvania § 13951 apply to my situation?
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