Who should receive the burial/transit permit?

The burial/transit permit is an important document that authorizes the burial or transportation of a deceased individual's body. It serves to ensure that all legal and health regulations are adhered to and that the disposition of the body is properly documented.

Typically, the sexton of the cemetery is responsible for overseeing the burial process within the cemetery grounds. The sexton's role includes managing interments and ensuring that all necessary documentation, including the burial permit, is in order before conducting a burial. By receiving the burial/transit permit, the sexton helps maintain proper records of burials taking place in the cemetery, assisting in compliance with legal requirements.

Other parties such as the medical examiner, attending physician, and next-of-kin may have important roles in the death process, such as certifying the cause of death or arranging funeral services, but the sexton is specifically tasked with handling the permit for burial within cemetery jurisdiction. This is why the sexton is the correct recipient of the burial/transit permit.