THE ABANDONED INFANT PROTECTION ACT | THE ABANDONED INFANT PROTECTION ACT

Allows parents to leave unwanted newborns at Safe Havens such as hospitals, police stations, or fire stations. Parents face no legal prosecution provided the baby is no more than 30 days old, and the parents make sure the baby is in no danger and the authorities are notified. For more information in your area contact your local District Attorney's Office. Hotline available 24/7.

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Nassau County, NY Suffolk County, NY

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THE ABANDONED INFANT PROTECTION ACT

Allows parents to leave unwanted newborns at Safe Havens such as hospitals, police stations, or fire stations. Parents face no legal prosecution provided the baby is no more than 30 days old, and the parents make sure the baby is in no danger and the authorities are notified. For more information in your area, contact your local District Attorney's Office. Hotline available 24/7.