Home Funeral Laws
There was a time when most funerals were held at home. Thought it's no longer the norm, some people still prefer the intimacy and practicality of caring for their own dead, which allows them to avoid the complications and costs of professional funeral services.
Unfortunately, because it's now common for industry professionals to handle most or all aspects of funerals and body disposition (burial or cremation), it can be difficult for those who want to take a different path to know where to begin. Below, you'll find an introduction to each state's law along with suggestions on how to get additional help, or you can begin by reading Home Funeral Laws: An Overview.
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Home Funeral Laws: An Overview
If you’re interested in handling final arrangements at home, you’ll need to be aware of the laws that apply.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Alabama.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Alaska.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Arizona.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Arkansas.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in California.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Colorado.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Connecticut.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Delaware.
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District of Columbia Home Funeral Laws
Learn the rules that govern home funerals in D.C.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Florida.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Georgia.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Hawaii.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Idaho.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Illinois.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Indiana.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Iowa.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Kansas.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Kentucky.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Louisiana.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Maine.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Maryland.
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Massachusetts Home Funeral Laws
Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Massachusetts.
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Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Michigan.
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