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§ 15. Immunity. A funeral director or crematory authority complying with this Act is immune from any criminal or civil liability regarding the release of information relating to (i) the determination of the deceased person's status as a veteran, the spouse of a veteran, or the dependent child of a veteran, (ii) the availability of interment or inurnment as a veteran, or (iii) the release of the cremated remains to a veterans' cemetery. A funeral director or crematory authority shall be immune from civil liability for any act or omission under this Act, except for willful or wanton misconduct. A veterans organization or federally-chartered veterans service organization shall be immune from civil liability for any act or omission related to the disposition of cremated remains under this Act, except for willful or wanton misconduct.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Illinois Statutes Chapter 330. Veterans and Service Members § 112/15. Immunity - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/il/chapter-330-veterans-and-service-members/il-st-sect-330-112-15/
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