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PD 856 Section 89

Definition.

Section 89

SEC. 89. Definition.—As used in this Chapter, the following terms shall mean: Burial grounds—cemetery, memorial park of any place duly authorized by law for permanent disposal of the dead. Embalming—preparing, disinfecting and preserving a dead body for its final disposal. Embalmer—a person who practices embalming. Undertaking—the care, transport and disposal of the body of a deceased person by any means other than embalming. Undertaker—person who practices undertaking. Funeral establishment—any place used in the preparation and care of the body of a deceased person for burial. Remains—the body of a dead person. Burial—Interment of remains in a grave, tomb or the sea. Disinterment—the removal or exhumation of remains from places of interment.

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CitationPD 856 Section 89 (LawPlayer, data as of 2026-07-04)

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