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Current as of January 01, 2023 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
Any of the following persons, with the consent of the public or private landowner, may enter the property of another to discover, restore, maintain, or visit a grave or abandoned public cemetery:
(1) A descendant of the person whose remains are reasonably believed to be interred in the grave or abandoned public cemetery.
(2) A descendant's designee.
(3) Any other person who has a special personal interest in the grave or abandoned public cemetery.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 65. Cemeteries § 65-101. Entering public or private property to maintain or visit with consent - last updated January 01, 2023 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nc/chapter-65-cemeteries/nc-gen-st-sect-65-101/
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