The mother, father, or authorized representative may request the release of the bodily remains to the mother, father, or authorized representative for dignified final disposition by burial, interment, or cremation. The request may be made by the mother, father, or authorized representative prior to or shortly after the expulsion or extraction of the bodily remains. Any expenses associated with preparation of and disposal of the bodily remains as requested by the mother, father, or authorized representative shall be at his or her own expense. Nothing in this chapter shall prevent donation of bodily remains pursuant to the Revised Uniform Anatomical Gift Act or prevent pathological study when it is required.
Structure Code of Alabama
Title 26 - Infants and Incompetents.
Chapter 23F - Unborn Infants Dignity of Life Act.
Section 26-23F-1 - Short Title.
Section 26-23F-2 - Legislative Findings; Purpose.
Section 26-23F-3 - Definitions.
Section 26-23F-4 - Release and Dignified Final Disposition of Bodily Remains of Unborn Infants.
Section 26-23F-5 - Sale or Other Disposition of Bodily Remains of Unborn Infant.
Section 26-23F-6 - Violations.
Section 26-23F-7 - Remedies and Penalties.
Section 26-23F-8 - Construction of Chapter.
Section 26-23F-9 - Relation to Other Laws.
Section 26-23F-10 - Exceptions Under Revised Uniform Anatomical Gift Act.