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Arkansas victims of mortuary theft scheme inspire push for law banning sale of human remains

Doneysha Smith discovered that her stillborn child's ashes were not genuine, prompting her advocacy for a new Arkansas law against selling human remains meant for burial or cremation after a painful stillbirth in 2023.
The Arkansas Senate has passed the law, which will impose a fine of up to $10,000 and jail time of three to ten years for violations, pending approval by a House panel.
Candace Chapman Scott pleaded guilty to selling stolen body parts, leading to a nationwide scheme investigation involving an Arkansas mortuary and Harvard Medical School.
State Senator Fred Love introduced this measure after learning from Lynnell Logan about the lack of specific laws prohibiting such sales, highlighting community support and the urgency for this legislative change.

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Arkansas mother whose stillborn son's body was sold inspires push for new law

Doneysha Smith's stillborn son's body was sold without her knowledge, now she's fighting for the passage of a new law.

2 days ago·Fort Smith, United States

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Arkansas victims of mortuary theft scheme inspire push for law banning sale of human remains

An Arkansas woman whose stillborn child was among the human remains that were sold as part of a national scheme is pushing for a state law. Doneysha Smith and her

2 days ago·United States

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