Can a Parent Be Forced to Split an Adult Child's Ashes? | NC

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Q: Can one parent be forced to divide a deceased adult child's ashes with the other parent? A: Usually, no. The law does not automatically require a deceased adult child’s cremated remains to be split between parents. The first question is whether the adult child left valid written instructions, such as a cremation authorization, a health care power of attorney, a will provision, or another…