What happens if a funeral home does not adhere to the 30-day rule after changing ownership?

When a funeral home undergoes a change of ownership, the 30-day rule mandates that the new owners must notify the appropriate regulatory body within that timeframe. Failure to comply with this requirement can result in significant consequences. Specifically, not adhering to the 30-day rule can indeed lead to fines, as regulatory agencies impose penalties for non-compliance in order to ensure that all operations are conducted transparently and in accordance with established laws and regulations. This helps maintain standards in the industry and protects consumers.

The possibility of fines serves as a deterrent to prevent negligence in reporting ownership changes and to encourage funeral homes to uphold their responsibilities under the law. While losing their license or being forced to close might occur in severe cases of non-compliance or repeated violations, these outcomes are not the immediate or direct consequences of failing to follow the 30-day notification rule. The primary immediate relevance in this context is the potential for financial penalties.