The funeral services establishment retained by the person authorized pursuant to § 3-413 shall be entitled to take possession of human remains. In the event that 2 or more establishments differ as to their legal right to take possession of human remains, they shall refer the matter to the Mayor or his or her designee for a decision.
(May 22, 1984, D.C. Law 5-84, § 13, 31 DCR 1815; May 24, 1996, D.C. Law 11-129, § 2(a), 43 DCR 1568.)
1981 Ed., § 2-2812.
Delegation of authority pursuant to Law 5-84, see Mayor’s Order 87-186, August 3, 1987.
Structure District of Columbia Code
Title 3 - District of Columbia Boards and Commissions
Chapter 4 - Board of Funeral Directors
§ 3–405. Qualifications, applications, and examinations for licensure
§ 3–406. Issuance and renewal of licenses
§ 3–407. Terms and conditions of apprenticeship
§ 3–408. Grounds for denial, suspension, or revocation of license
§ 3–411. Prohibited acts; exemption for services provided during emergency
§ 3–413. Claim of human remains — Order of priority of next of kin
§ 3–414. Services requiring direct supervision by funeral director
§ 3–415. Courtesy cards for funeral directors licensed in Maryland or Virginia
§ 3–416. Change of address of licensee
§ 3–421. Services requiring immediate supervision by a funeral director