This form seeks the re-internment of decedent's remains on the grounds that the cemetery breached its contract with Petitioner for the perpetual care of Decedent's grave by allowing the grave to become overgrown with weeds and otherwise abused and neglected. This form is a generic example that may be referred to when preparing such a form for your particular state. It is for illustrative purposes only. Local laws should be consulted to determine any specific requirements for such a form in a particular jurisdiction.
California Petition To Remove and Reinter Remains - Burial
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Public Land: In California, you can spread ashes on your own private property or private property that belongs to someone else if you have written permission. National or State Parks: If your loved one enjoyed camping or hiking, you may want to scatter their remains at one of the national parks in California.
Where Can You Scatter Ashes in California? State law dictates that ashes can be scattered wherever you or your loved one have chosen, provided the ceremony meets three qualifications: No prohibition exists against scattering ashes in that particular location. You have written permission from the owner of the property.
Bury cremated remains in a cemetery plot or in your backyard. The rules for burial and the cost of purchasing a grave plot vary from one location to another. If you want to bury cremated remains on private property, you will likely need to get a permit from your local government.
In California, bodies must be buried in established cemeteries. City or county authorities have the authority to establish and regulate burial grounds. (Cal. Health & Saf.
A person seeking to exhume a body must usually petition to have the body exhumed. Because of the general disinclination to disturb remains, a valid reason is required before exhumation will be allowed. Exhumation means the removal from the ground of a body or cremated remains.
You are free to scatter ashes anywhere on your own private property, but if someone else owns the land, you need to ask permission first. Either written or verbal permission is fine, but it may be a good idea to have a record of the agreement. If the property owner says no, find another location.
Depending on the situation and the laws of your state, it may be possible to exhume a body under certain circumstances and have it cremated. Cremation is recommended if the purpose for exhuming the body is to transport the remains.
Bury the urn on your property With the permission of the landowner, all states permit private burial of cremated remains, including California as of 1998.
