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Current as of January 01, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
No crematory owned or operated by or located on property licensed as a funeral establishment or at another location or by a cemetery shall conduct cremations without first having applied for and obtained a license from the department. Applications for the crematory license shall be made on forms furnished by the division accompanied by the application fee as set forth in § 23-1-54. Upon receipt of a completed application, the department shall issue a license. A license shall be issued to a specific licensee for a specific location and is not transferable. The facility and licensee shall meet all requirements as prescribed by the rules and regulations established by the department, not inconsistent with this chapter.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Rhode Island General Laws Title 5. Businesses and Professions § 5-33.2-13.1. Crematories--License and inspection - last updated January 01, 2022 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ri/title-5-businesses-and-professions/ri-gen-laws-sect-5-33-2-13-1/
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