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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 8Pt. 3Ch. 2Art. 5§ 8343 Cremation Record Requirements

§ 8343 Cremation Record Requirements

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§ 8343 Cremation Record Requirements

Key Takeaways

  • •Crematories in California must keep detailed records of every cremation they do.
  • •These records include the name of the person who died, when the cremation happened, who did it, and what happened to the ashes.
  • •They must keep these records for at least 10 years and show them to the Cemetery and Funeral Bureau if asked.

Example

A family wants to know what happened to their loved one's ashes after cremation.

The crematory must have a record showing when the cremation happened, who did it, and where the ashes went. They have to keep this record for 10 years so the family or the government can check it if needed.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 8343 Cremation Record Requirements

A crematory shall maintain on its premises, or other business location within the State of California, an accurate record of all cremations performed, including all of the following information: (a)  Name of referring funeral director, if any. (b)  Name of deceased. (c)  Date of cremation. (d)  Name of cremation chamber operator. (e)  Time and date that body was inserted in cremation chamber. (f)  Time and date that body was removed from cremation chamber. (g)  Time and date that final processing of cremated remains was completed. (h)  Disposition of cremated remains. (i)  Name and address of authorizing agent. (j)  The identification number assigned to the deceased pursuant to Section 8344. (k)  A photocopy of the disposition permit filed in connection with the disposition. This information shall be maintained for at least 10 years after the cremation is performed and shall be subject to inspection by the Cemetery and Funeral Bureau. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 568, Sec. 245. Effective January 1, 2001.)

Last verified: January 24, 2026

Key Terms

cremationdirectordispositionfuneral bureauinformationlocationidentificationconnection

Related Statutes

  • § 8344.6 Flag Cremation Records
  • § 8344 Crematory Identification Requirements
  • § 8346.5 Crematory Price Disclosure Requirements
  • § 8342 Casket-Free Cremation Requirements
  • § 8344.5 Cremation Of Human Remains

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 8343.
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