Michigan law prohibits knowingly photographing or publicly displaying images of a decedent in a human grave, with certain exceptions such as court orders, consent from next of kin, or for law enforcement and scientific purposes. The law defines key terms including 'decedent' and 'human grave' and specifies the scope of prohibited conduct. Violations can result in felony charges and penalties.
No, Michigan law generally prohibits photographing or publicly displaying images of a decedent in a human grave, unless specific exceptions apply.
Exceptions include court orders, written consent from the next of kin if the death was less than 100 years ago, or for law enforcement, medical, archaeological, or scientific purposes.
A 'human grave' includes sites intended for permanent interment or locations containing remains from accidents, disasters, shipwrecks, or underground sites within Michigan.
Violating Michigan's law against photographing decedents in graves is classified as a felony, which can result in significant legal penalties.