DD Form 2809 Agreement to Be Signed by Person Authorized to Direct Disposition (Padd) Prior to Private Mtdna Testing

DD Form 2809 Agreement to Be Signed by Person Authorized to Direct Disposition (Padd) Prior to Private Mtdna Testing

What Is DD Form 2809?

This is a form that was released by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) on November 1, 1999. The form, often mistakenly referred to as the DA Form 2809 , is a military form used by and within the U.S. Army. As of today, no separate instructions for the form are provided by the DoD.

FAQ

Q: What is DD Form 2809?
A: DD Form 2809 is an agreement to be signed by the person authorized to direct disposition (PADD) prior to private MT-DNA testing.

Q: What is the purpose of DD Form 2809?
A: The purpose of DD Form 2809 is to provide consent for private MT-DNA testing and to authorize the person to direct the disposition of the remains.

Q: Who needs to sign DD Form 2809?
A: The person authorized to direct disposition (PADD) needs to sign DD Form 2809.

Q: What is MT-DNA testing?
A: MT-DNA testing is a type of genetic test that examines the DNA from the mitochondria, which is inherited only from the mother.

Q: Why is DD Form 2809 required for private MT-DNA testing?
A: DD Form 2809 is required to ensure that the person authorized to direct disposition (PADD) gives consent for the testing and understands the implications.

Q: Can private MT-DNA testing be done without DD Form 2809?
A: No, private MT-DNA testing cannot be done without the signed DD Form 2809.

Q: Are there any fees associated with DD Form 2809?
A: There may be fees associated with obtaining DD Form 2809. You should check with the specific authority or funeral home for more information.

Q: Can DD Form 2809 be signed by someone other than the person authorized to direct disposition?
A: No, DD Form 2809 must be signed by the person authorized to direct disposition (PADD) and cannot be signed by someone else on their behalf.

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