Seattle, Washington
Washington State Funeral Laws
As with most industries, the funeral industry is subject to an array of regulations. Becoming familiar with what the state allows regarding funeral homes and cemeteries can save time, money and heartache. As in most states, the Washington attorney general's office takes consumer complaints.
RCW 18.39: Embalmers—funeral directors
RCW 68.50: Human remains
WAC 246-500: Handling of human remains
WAC 308-47: Rules of procedure for cremation
WAC 308-48: Funeral directors and embalmers
WAC 308-49: Prearrangement funeral services
RCW 18.235: Uniform regulation of business and professions act
Note: The Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and the Washington Administrative Code (WAC) are the laws, rules and regulations of Washington state.
Laws and rules: Cemeteries
RCW 68: Cemeteries, Morgues and Human Remains
RCW 18.235: Uniform Regulation of Business and Professions
WAC 98: Cemetery Board
Note: The Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and the Washington Administrative Code (WAC) are the laws, rules, and regulations of Washington state.