Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 36-832

Current through L. 2024, ch. 202
Section 36-832 - Authorization for post-mortem examination
A. In addition to the provisions set forth in section 11-597, whichever of the following assumes custody of the body for purposes of burial may give permission to a licensed physician to conduct a post-mortem examination:
1. Father.
2. Mother.
3. Husband.
4. Wife.
5. Adult child.
6. Guardian.
7. Next of kin.
B. In the absence of any of the persons named in subsection A of this section, a friend or one charged with the responsibility of burial may give permission to a licensed physician to conduct a post-mortem examination.

A.R.S. § 36-832