If it's okay, and a permit is needed, where do we get the permit? Thanks
2006-08-18 11:33:43 · 8 answers · asked by R D 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
I hadn't intended to answer this question, but once I saw someone say that once you have the remains, you can do whatever you want with them, I had to repond. First of all, no you CANNOT do whatever you want with them. The EPA does regulate the scattering of remains, however, you must get a permit and it can be a lengthy process. I have been a funeral director for many years, and I recommend you do it at night, keep it discreet and forego the headache of getting a permit. I hope this helps and my sympathies to you and your family.
2006-08-20 11:25:56 · answer #1 · answered by Reagan 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It probably isn't - I know of nowhere where it is. DO NOT go to the Town Hall or wherever and ask for a permit. They'll stick to you like glue.
JUST DO IT.
My Dad passed away late last year and, so far, we can greet him in two places in two states. We have two more to go. Both (or all 4) places it is illegal to do it.
So what - he suggested a few places, we added one more - all he specified was that they not be distributed in any place where they would harm the environment. I'm not quite sure where THAT would be, but that's what he said!
He didn't want to be in one place so I felt obliged to go sit and stare at a gravestone every day. (There was also the danger that I would throw myself on the casket - don't laugh.)
I'm planning to do the same thing.
2006-08-18 12:26:49 · answer #2 · answered by 34th B.G. - USAAF 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just make sure nobody is watching then spread you dad's ashes and that is it.
This is probably illegal so shame on whoever would think of making this so.
I don't like the idea of cremation as it is a waste of nourishment so I am thinking I'd like to have my body chopped up and the bits to be spread all over the world, perhaps via means of packages to various naval and air military bases..
2006-08-18 13:09:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know in California it's legal. I think your suppose to be 1 mile off shore.
2006-08-18 11:42:03 · answer #4 · answered by trouthunter 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
perfectly legal, no permit needed.
2006-08-18 11:39:33 · answer #5 · answered by Patti B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't get a permit, just do it.
2006-08-18 11:37:32 · answer #6 · answered by MadforMAC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Who is g oing to know? lol
2006-08-18 11:38:26 · answer #7 · answered by What!? No Way!? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Once the creamated remains are in you hands you can do what you please with the remains.
2006-08-18 13:33:42 · answer #8 · answered by virginiamayoaunt 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋