The person or persons determined under RCW 68.50.160 as having authority to order disposition is entitled to possession of the human remains without further intervention by the state or its political subdivisions.

NOTES:

Effective date2019 c 432: See note following RCW 68.05.175.

Terms Used In Washington Code 68.50.270

  • person: may be construed to include the United States, this state, or any state or territory, or any public or private corporation or limited liability company, as well as an individual. See Washington Code 1.16.080