South Carolina Adoption Laws Page2

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Laws for Infant safe Haven

  • Age Requirements :
    Statute: - § 20-7-85

    The child must be thirty days old or younger.

  • The following may relinquish the Infant :
    Statute: - § 20-7-85
    • Parents and any person directed by parents.

  • Safe Haven Provider Responsibilities :
    Statute: - § 20-7-85
    • They can take any action to protect the child and his health.
    • They should provide information to the parents about legal relinquishment.
    • They may obtain the medical information and background information from the parents.
    • They must notify the department.

  • The following may receive the Infant :
    Statute: - § 20-7-85
    • Hospital and hospital outpatient facility may receive the infant.
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