N.J. Admin. Code § 8:9-1.11

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 11, June 3, 2024

Section 8:9-1.11 - Disposal for unclaimed cremains

(a) The purpose of this section is to establish general guidelines for the purpose of assisting funeral directors in their efforts to dispose of cremains which have been left with the funeral director for at least one year after cremation and after the funeral director has made a diligent effort, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 26:7-18.2 to identify, locate, and notify a relative or friend of the deceased.

(b) Any person who has compiled with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 26:7-18.2 may dispose of the cremains of a dead human body by scattering same at sea or by interring same on land in a dignified manner.

(c) A certified letter, return receipt requested, mailed to the person who authorized the cremation shall be certification satisfactory to the Commissioner.

(d) No claims shall be made by a person against any person who invokes the provisions of N.J.S.A. 26:7-18.2 or this regulation, nor shall any liability be attendant to such invocation.

N.J. Admin. Code § 8:9-1.11

New Rule R.1986 d.39, effective 2/18/1986.
See: 17 New Jersey Register 2325(a), 18 New Jersey Register 416(a).
Notice of readoption with technical change, effective 12/20/2021.
See: 53 N.J.R. 2190(a).