Some Legal Impediments in Respecting the Deceased’s Will

Abstract

The Romanian Civil code expressly enshrined in article 80 the respect for the deceased's will. Thus, any person can determine the way of their own funeral. However, the will of the deceased person is not imposed on the heirs in absolute terms. The current legal framework on cemeteries, human crematoriums, and funeral services imposes some limitations on the organization of funerals. Also, canon law can influence the fulfillment of the deceased's will. As such, this article will highlight some of the legal impediments faced by the family of the deceased that may arise when planning the funeral according to the wishes of the dearly departed.