What is one of the responsibilities of the person who requests a disinterment?

The responsibility to assume financial responsibility for the remains is a critical aspect associated with requesting a disinterment. When an individual initiates a disinterment, they are essentially making formal requests for the removal of human remains from a burial site. This process is not only sensitive but also incurs various costs, such as fees associated with the excavation, handling of the remains, transportation, and potential re-interment.

By assuming financial responsibility, the requester acknowledges that they will cover these associated expenses, ensuring that the funeral home or cemetery performing the disinterment is compensated for their services. This financial obligation is essential to facilitate the smooth processing of the disinterment request while adhering to legal and ethical standards within Iowa funeral law. Responsibilities like providing financial information about the deceased or representing the state are not typically required of the requester, as their primary focus is on the logistics and costs of managing the remains.