KRS 367.97531: Facsimile-transmitted cremation authorization form.

If the authorizing agent is not available in person to execute the cremation authorization

form, then the authorizing agent may send the crematory a notarized facsimile

transmission stating that the person is legally entitled to authorize the cremation and

stating the name, address, and relationship of the sender to the decedent. The crematory

authority may rely upon the facsimile -transmitted cremation authorization form to

perform the cremation without liability. The facsimile -transmitted cremation

authorization form shall be followed by the original delivered by certified mail.