License or endorsement required for cremation, alkaline hydrolysis, and natural organic reduction — Penalty.

RCW 18.39.217
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(1) A license or endorsement issued under this chapter or chapter 68.05 RCW is required in order to operate a crematory, alkaline hydrolysis, or natural organic reduction facility or conduct a cremation, alkaline hydrolysis, or natural organic reduction. (2) Conducting a final disposition without a license or endorsement is a misdemeanor. Each such action is a separate violation. (1) A license or endorsement issued under this chapter or chapter 68.05 RCW is required in order to operate a crematory, alkaline hydrolysis, or natural organic reduction facility or conduct a cremation, alkaline hydrolysis, or natural organic reduction. (2) Conducting a final disposition without a license or endorsement is a misdemeanor. Each such action is a separate violation.
Source: WA Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=18.39&full=trueFetched: 6/29/2026

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