Arizona Revised Statutes § 36-832 Authorization For Post‑mortem Examination

36-832. Authorization for post-mortem examination

A. In addition to the provisions set forth in section 11-597, whichever of the following assumes custody of the body for purposes of burial may give permission to a licensed physician to conduct a post-mortem examination:

1. Father.

2. Mother.

3. Husband.

4. Wife.

5. Adult child.

6. Guardian.

7. Next of kin.

B. In the absence of any of the persons named in subsection A of this section, a friend or one charged with the responsibility of burial may give permission to a licensed physician to conduct a post-mortem examination.

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