23-14-31-28. Delegation of authority; immunity for reliance on cremation authorization form

IN Code § 23-14-31-28 (2019) (N/A)
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Sec. 28. (a) If the authorizing agent is not available to execute a cremation authorization form in person, the authorizing agent may delegate the authority to another person in writing, including a facsimile transmission, telegram, or other electronic transmission.

(b) A written delegation of authority of an authorizing agent must include:

(1) the name, address, and relationship of the authorizing agent to the decedent; and

(2) the name and address of the person to whom authority is delegated.

(c) A person authorized under subsections (a) and (b) may serve as the authorizing agent and execute the cremation authorization form.

(d) A crematory authority is not liable for relying on a cremation authorization form executed in compliance with this section.

As added by P.L.231-1995, SEC.2.