Family says no Michael Jackson viewing at Neverland

LOS ANGELES, California (CNN) - Michael Jackson's family will not hold a public or private viewing of his body at the Neverland Ranch, a spokesman for the family said Wednesday.

"Plans are underway regarding a public memorial for Michael Jackson, and we will announce those plans shortly," said Ken Sunshine, in a written statement.

Sunshine's public relations firm has just been hired by the Jackson family, his statement said.

Confusion and speculation spread in recent days over where and when a memorial service for Jackson might be held.

Planning had been underway for a motorcade to carry Jackson's body from Los Angeles to the Neverland Ranch in Santa Barbara County, California, which state and local officials suggested would be difficult and costly.

A public viewing at Neverland Ranch on Friday had also been under consideration, law enforcement sources said.

Jackson's will, which was filed in court Wednesday, did not specify where he wished to be buried.