Missouri Revised Statutes

Chapter 194
Death--Disposition of Dead Bodies
Section 194.020

August 28, 2007


Hermetically sealed coffin, specifications.

194.020. When hermetic sealing is required herein, the burial case, coffin, casket or box used must be of metal, or of other material with metal lining, and must be so constructed that when closed and fastened the same shall be airtight.

(RSMo 1939 § 9790)

Prior revisions: 1929 § 9069; 1919 § 5825; 1909 § 6693


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