When must the person to whom the permit for disposition was issued sign the document and return copies to the appropriate registrar?

• A. Within 24 hours of the date of disposition
• B. Within 10 days of the date of disposition
• C. Within 8 days of the date of disposition
• D. Within 72 hours of the date of disposition

Answer: (B)

The important idea here is that once a disposition is completed, the permit needs to be officially signed and the copies sent back to the registrar within a set, practical window so the official records are updated promptly. In California, that window is ten days from the date of disposition. Signing the document confirms that the disposition occurred as outlined on the permit, and returning the copies to the registrar ensures the disposition and related details are recorded accurately in the official registry. This timely submission helps prevent delays or gaps in death and disposition records, and keeps all parties’ documentation aligned. The other timeframes are shorter than the mandated ten-day deadline, which is why they aren’t correct.