2006 Utah Code - 26-4-16 — Release of body for funeral preparations.

     26-4-16.   Release of body for funeral preparations.
     (1) Where a body is held for investigation or autopsy under the provisions of this chapter or for any medical investigation permitted by law, the body shall, if requested by the person given priority under Section 58-9-602, be released for funeral preparations no later than 24 hours after the arrival at the office of the medical examiner or regional medical facility. An extension may be ordered only by a district court.
     (2) The right and duty to control the disposition of a deceased person shall be governed by Sections 58-9-601 through 58-9-604.

Amended by Chapter 49, 2003 General Session