Is embalming required by law?
Except in certain special cases, such as required by the County Coroner or other law enforcement agencies, embalming is not required by law. Embalming may be necessary if you select certain arrangements, such as a funeral with viewing. If you do not want embalming you usually have the right to choose an arrangement that does not require embalming such as closed casket services, immediate burial or cremation prior to your service.
No, embalming is required by law only in rare circumstances. But most funeral homes do not allow public viewing without embalming. In many instances we are able to offer families the opportunity for a private viewing prior to Funeral with minimal preparation not involving embalming. Back to Top 2.
