Would allow parents to safely surrender a newborn up to 72 hours old without facing prosecution. Safe-surrender sites, like hospitals or fire stations, can use secure cradles with alarms that alert staff and keep the parent anonymous. Babies receive medical care, a coded bracelet for potential reclaiming, and child protective services is notified. The law also protects staff and volunteers from legal liability.
Would allow parents to safely surrender a newborn up to 72 hours old without facing prosecution. Safe-surrender sites, like hospitals or fire stations, can use secure cradles with alarms that alert staff and keep the parent anonymous. Babies receive medical care, a coded bracelet for potential reclaiming, and child protective services is notified. The law also protects staff and volunteers from legal liability.
