Under what condition can a body be moved for disposition?

• A. Without any permits
• B. With proper permitting
• C. With consent of family only
• D. Only by court order

Answer: (B)

The essential idea is that moving a body for disposition requires the appropriate legal authorization. Before a body can be transported or moved to a cemetery, crematory, or other disposition site, the proper permit or authorization must be issued by the right authority (such as the medical examiner, coroner, health department, or local registrar). This paperwork confirms the death, authorizes removal, and specifies the destination and method of disposition, ensuring compliance with public health and legal requirements. Consent from the family alone does not grant permission to move the body, and a court order is not typically needed for routine disposition unless there is a specific legal dispute or exception. Therefore, moving a body for disposition is permitted only with proper permitting.