Disinterment
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Disinterment is the process of

  • Preserving remains in the place of burial
  • Moving remains to a different place of burial (correct)
  • Exposing remains to the elements
  • Cremating remains
  • Disinterment is generally disfavored as a matter of public policy because

  • It violates religious beliefs
  • It disturbs the peace of mind of survivors (correct)
  • It is illegal
  • It is costly and time-consuming
  • The protection of what is a reason why disinterment is generally disfavored?

  • Private property
  • Religious beliefs
  • Public health (correct)
  • Historical artifacts
  • What must the person seeking disinterment show?

    <p>Good cause</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Disinterment may be done for which purposes?

    <p>Evidentiary purposes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can order disinterment in the case of evidentiary purposes?

    <p>A court</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can disinterment be done in the public interest?

    <p>To exercise eminent domain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Disinterment in the public interest may be done to provide for what?

    <p>Public streets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can happen when buried remains contaminate groundwater?

    <p>Public health risks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can order disinterment in the case of protecting public health?

    <p>A medical examiner</p> Signup and view all the answers

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