What is the minimum population size of a city that may order the disinterment of remains?

The minimum population size of a city that may order the disinterment of remains is set at 100,000. This requirement is established to ensure that only larger municipalities, which typically have more resources and infrastructure, can initiate such a significant and administrative action as disinterment. This threshold helps to regulate the process, making it less likely that smaller communities, which may lack the necessary oversight or resources, engage in potentially disruptive actions without adequate justification.

Additionally, larger cities often have more established policies and frameworks for handling sensitive matters related to human remains, which can include legal, ethical, and logistical concerns. By imposing this population requirement, the intent is to promote a responsible and organized approach to disinterment that appropriately considers the implications of such actions. Smaller populations may not have sufficient governance structures in place, which underscores the importance of this regulation.