Burial transit permit

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-000804",
  "term": "Burial transit permit",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "A legal document issued by a local health department or registrar authorizing the movement of a deceased person's body. It is required for transportation to a final destination, especially across state or county lines, for burial, cremation, or entombment. This permit confirms that the death certificate has been properly filed and must accompany the remains during transport and be presented to the operator of the cemetery or crematory.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/burial-transit-permit/"
}