South Dakota Statutes

§ 34-26A-32 — Refusal to release or dispose remains pending dispute resolution--Immunity.

South Dakota § 34-26A-32
JurisdictionSouth Dakota
Title 34PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY
Ch. 34-24CCREMATORIES AND CREMATIONS

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S.D. Codified Laws § 34-26A-32 (2026).

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A crematory may refuse to release or dispose of cremated remains if it is aware of any dispute concerning the release or disposition of the remains. A crematory shall release or dispose of the cremated remains upon receiving an order from a court directing the activity or upon receipt of sufficient documentation indicating that the dispute has been resolved. A crematory is immune from liability for refusing to release or dispose of cremated remains, in accordance with this section.

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Legislative History

SL 1988, ch 283, § 32; SL 2023, ch 129, § 26.

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