Kitövelt

Kitövelt is a Hungarian term that translates to "exhumed" in English. It refers to the act of digging up a body that has previously been buried. This practice can occur for various reasons, including forensic investigation, reburial in a different location, or sometimes for historical or archaeological purposes. The process of exhumation is typically carried out under specific legal and ethical guidelines to ensure respect for the deceased and their families, as well as for public health and safety.

In a legal context, exhumation may be ordered by a court or law enforcement agency if new evidence emerges in a criminal investigation or if there are questions surrounding the cause of death. This can involve examining the remains for signs of foul play or to gather additional information that was not available at the time of the initial burial. When exhumation is performed for reburial, it is usually at the request of the family, perhaps due to a desire to place the deceased in a family plot or to repatriate remains to their homeland.

Archaeological exhumations, while less common for individual burials, can occur when ancient burial sites are discovered during construction or development. These are conducted by trained professionals to study past populations, burial practices, and cultural beliefs. Regardless of the reason, the exhumation process is treated with solemnity and adherence to established protocols.