FTC Funeral Rule Checklist: How to Avoid FTC Funeral Rule Fines

FTC Funeral Rule Checklist

This checklist is intended to help funeral providers comply with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC or Commission) Funeral Rule. The Funeral Rule went into effect on April 30,1984. The Commission revised the Rule early in 1994; revisions became effective later that year.

FTC Funeral Rule Fines

The Funeral Rule requires you to give consumers accurate, itemized price information and various other disclosures about funeral goods and services. If you violate the Funeral Rule, you may be subject to penalties of up to $50,120 per violation. 

FTC Funeral Rule Correct Price Lists and Support

This checklists outlines the requirements of the Funeral Rule and is designed to help funeral providers avoid FTC fines.

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