22-3-918. Multiple claims -- care and handling of human skeletal remains or funerary objects pending disposition. If multiple requests for repatriation of human skeletal remains or funerary objects occur and the appropriate claimant cannot be determined, the board shall provide for the appropriate care and handling of the human skeletal remains or funerary objects until:
(1) the requesting parties agree upon the disposition;
(2) the dispute is resolved by the board pursuant to 22-3-916; or
(3) the issue is finally resolved in a state court of competent jurisdiction.
History: En. Sec. 10, Ch. 558, L. 2001.
Structure Montana Code Annotated
Title 22. Libraries, Arts, and Antiquities
Part 9. Repatriation of Human Remains and Funerary Objects
22-3-902. Legislative findings and intent
22-3-905. through 22-3-910 reserved
22-3-911. Agency and museum inventory of human skeletal remains and funerary objects
22-3-912. Claims for repatriation
22-3-913. Hearing -- hearings examiner -- evidence -- study or testing order and costs -- findings
22-3-915. Delay of repatriation for scientific study
22-3-917. Appeals -- stay of order pending appeal -- court costs and attorney fees