Which statement correctly describes the transferability of the license and registration of a funeral firm?

• A. They may not be assigned or transferred
• B. They may be assigned or transferred with department approval
• C. They may be transferred to any successor who is a licensed funeral director
• D. They may be assigned or transferred freely

Answer: (A)

The key idea is that the license and registration for a funeral firm are not transferable. In New York, the license is issued to a specific firm and the person in charge, and it cannot be assigned to a new owner or successor. When ownership changes, the firm must apply for a new license for the new owner or operator, and the board will require the new person in charge to meet all qualifications. This protects the public by ensuring ongoing compliance and that someone qualified is responsible for the operation. Transferring the license to a new owner or allowing a department-approved or unrestricted transfer would bypass these safeguards, which is why the correct understanding is that they may not be assigned or transferred.