§ 5–642
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Cts. & Jud. Proc. § 5-642 (2026)
Title 5. Limitations, Prohibited Actions, and Immunities
Subtitle 6. Immunities and Prohibited Actions -- Health and Public Safety
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(a)
In this section, “veteran” has the meaning stated in § 9–901 of the State Government Article.
(b)
A licensed funeral establishment, registered reduction operator, or holder of a permit to engage in the business of a crematory who acts in good faith is not civilly liable for transferring the unclaimed cremains or hydrolyzed or soil remains of a veteran or an eligible dependent of a veteran to a veterans service organization for purposes of disposition as provided in § 7–406 of the Health Occupations Article.
(c)
A veterans service organization that acts in good faith is not civilly liable for receiving the unclaimed cremains or hydrolyzed or soil remains of a veteran or an eligible dependent of a veteran for purposes of disposition as provided in § 7–406 of the Health Occupations Article.