Pennsylvania § 501 - Responsibilities.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 501 — Responsibilities., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 501. Responsibilities.
When there is a transfer of ownership of real property where burial plots are located, the new owner shall:
(1) Honor all purchases of burial plots on the real property made before the transfer of ownership.
(2) Allow for the interment of any individual for whom proof of purchase of a burial plot prior to the transfer of ownership can be produced, provided that:
(i) The new owner may discontinue the sale of burial plots.
(ii) Failure by the new owner to comply with the provisions of this chapter shall be a violation of the act of December 17, 1968 (P.L.1224, No.387), known as the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law, and the Office of Attorney General may bring an enforcement action against the new owner.
(3) Establish reasonable access procedures in accordance with Chapter 7 (relating to reasonable access to burial grounds).
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 501
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 501 cover?
Section 501 ("Responsibilities.") 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 § 501?
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Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
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How does Pennsylvania § 501 apply to my situation?
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