Cremated remains may be scattered on private property provided which of the following is true?

• A. The cremated remains are in a suitable container
• B. The cremated remains are not in a container
• C. The cremated remains are in a sealed container
• D. The cremated remains are in a biodegradable container

Answer: (A)

Scattering cremated remains on private property requires the remains to be in a suitable container. This ensures the process is conducted with dignity and safety, preventing leakage or dispersion by wind and allowing controlled placement on the site. Without a container, the ashes could be scattered haphazardly, which is not acceptable under the relevant regulations. A container is needed to meet the requirement, while the exact type (whether biodegradable or otherwise) is acceptable only if it qualifies as suitable for the purpose. Therefore, the essential rule is that the remains are in a suitable container.