Safe Cremation Act

Sections covered

• S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-300Short title
• S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-305Definitions
• S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-310Crematory; compliance with local zoning regulations
• S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-315Execution of a cremation authorization form
• S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-320Persons who may serve as a decedent's agent; authorize cremation1 cite
• S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-325Prerequisites; authority; and receipt of instructions for cremation
• S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-330Crematory to retain permanent records
• S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-335"Alternative container"
• S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-340Conditions for cremation, time period prior to cremation
• S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-345Crematory authority or licensed funeral establishments responsibility for the final disposition of the cremated remains
• S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-350Crematory's liability for damages
• S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-355Human remains; presence of pacemaker
• S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-360Boards; refusal to issue or renew license; suspension or revocation of a funeral director or embalmer
• S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-365Solicitation
• S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-370Comprehensive cremation statute
• S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-375Continuing education courses for removal and disposition of pacemakers
• S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-380Promulgate regulations
• S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-385Requirement for at least one trained individual in performing cremations