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Funeral and cremation law in South Carolina
Who decides, what has to wait, and what a funeral home must tell you. Every fact links to its statute. Not legal advice.
- Naming a disposition agent
South Carolina allows a person to authorize their own cremation and specify what should happen to the cremated remains. The crematory must have the required authorization and permits before carrying out the cremation and must follow the instructions in the authorization.
- Scattering ashes
South Carolina allows cremated remains to be placed in a grave, crypt, or niche, or scattered in a scattering area, and it expressly permits disposition on private property with the consent of the owner. Public lands and waters remain subject to applicable state and federal laws.
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After the funeral: settling the estate, one month at a time
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