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1 Infant Safe Haven Laws 1 (2022)

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Many State legislatures have enacted
legislation to address infant abandonment
and endangerment in response to reports
of newborn infants abandoned in unsafe
locations, such as public restrooms or trash
receptacles. Beginning in Texas in 1999,
Baby Moses laws or infant safe haven
laws have been enacted as an incentive for
mothers in crisis to safely relinquish their
babies to designated locations where the
babies are protected and provided with
medical care until a permanent home is
found. Safe haven laws generally allow
the parent, or an agent of the parent, to
remain anonymous and be shielded from
criminal liability and prosecution for child
endangerment, abandonment, or neglect
in exchange for surrendering the baby to a
safe haven.
Child Welfare
Information Gateway
PROTECTING CHILDREN 0 STRENGTHENING FAMILIES

WHAT'S INSIDE
Who may leave a baby at a safe haven
Safe haven providers
Responsibilities of safe haven providers
Immunity from liability for providers
Protections for parents
Consequences of relinquishment
Children's Bureau
An Office of the Administration for Children & Families

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