36-832 - Arizona Statutes

36-832. Authorization for post-mortem examination A. In addition to the provisions set forth in section 11-597, whichever of the following assumes custody of the body for purposes of burial may give permission to a licensed physician to conduct a post-mortem examination: 1. Father. 2. Mother. 3. Husband. 4. Wife. 5. Adult child. 6. Guardian. 7. Next of kin. B. In the absence of any of the persons named in subsection A of this section, a friend or one charged with the responsibility of burial may give permission to a licensed physician to conduct a post-mortem examination.