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Article 16-1-1 of the French Civil Code

The respect due to the human body does not cease with death.

The remains of deceased persons, including the ashes of those whose bodies have given rise to cremation, must be treated with respect, dignity and decency.

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Article 16-1-1

Le respect dû au corps humain ne cesse pas avec la mort.

Les restes des personnes décédées, y compris les cendres de celles dont le corps a donné lieu à crémation, doivent être traités avec respect, dignité et décence.

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