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Tennessee Code Title 62. Professions, Businesses and Trades § 62-5-502

Current as of January 02, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a) An operator of a crematory facility shall not:

(1) Cremate fetal remains without receiving a copy of a properly executed form described in § 39-15-219(m)(1)(C);

(2) Dispose of cremated fetal remains by a means other than one (1) of the following:

(A) Placing the cremated fetal remains in a grave, crypt, or niche;

(B) Scattering the cremated fetal remains in a dignified manner, including in a memorial garden, at sea, by air, or at a lawful scattering ground;

(C) Releasing the cremated fetal remains to the woman who obtained an abortion or a party designated by the woman; or

(D) Any other lawful manner;

(3) Arrange for the disposal of cremated fetal remains by a means other than the methods described in subdivision (a)(2); or

(4) Arrange for the transfer of the cremated fetal remains for disposal by a means other than the means described in subdivision (a)(2).

(b) An operator of a crematory facility is not required to secure a death certificate, burial permit, transportation permit, or a cremation authorization form to cremate fetal remains.

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