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Charleston, West Virginia 25301
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. 
Can anyone working at a funeral home assist a family making arrangements for a funeral / cremation?

Q2. 
Where does someone get a transport permit?

Q3. 
Is a transport permit required to transport a body?

Q4. 
My funeral home has been asked by a family to pull a gold tooth. Is this legal?

Q5. 
What are the office hours?

Q6. 
When will the Funeral Director Only classification be in effect?

Q7. 
Who can dispose of a body?

Q8. 
Who can direct the location, manner and conditions of the disposition of a person's remains and make funeral arrangements?

Q9. 
What are the requirements for cremation?

Q10. 
Who is authorized and has the right to control and dispose of a body?

Q11. 
How are my CE's reported to the office for my file?

Q12. 
Do I need to submit my CE's to the office for my file?

Q13. 
Why do you need my email address?

Q14. 
When do I have to pay a late fee?

Q15. 
What happens if I file a complaint?

Q16. 
What days is the office open?

Q17. 
When are renewal forms mailed?

Q18. 
I did not get my renewal form - why should I have to pay a late fee?

Q19. 
Can I get a license to do embalming only?