Cremation of Unclaimed Dead Body

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Notwithstanding any law to the contrary, the coroner, medical investigator or county medical examiner may direct the cremation of an unclaimed dead body; provided, that:

  1. Proper notice is given in accordance with § 68-4-103; and
  2. The body is held for the time period provided in § 68-4-103.


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