Infant Safe Haven Laws- Ohio
Infant's AgeStatute: § 2151.3516
Less than 72 hours old
Who May Relinquish the Infant
Statute: § 2151.3516
Parent
Who May Receive the Infant
Statute: § 2151.3516
Emergency medical service worker
Hospital employee
Peace officer
Responsibilities of the Safe Haven Provider
Statute: § 2151.3517
Perform any act necessary to protect the child's health
Attempt to provide medical forms to the parent
Notify the Children's Services Agency
Immunity for the Provider
Statute: § 2151.3523
Yes
Protection for Relinquishing Parent
Statute: §§ 2151.3523;2151.3424
Parent has the right to remain anonymous
Parent shall not be subject to prosecution for the act of relinquishment
Effect on Parental Rights
Statute: §§ 2151.3522;2151.3528
Child regarded as a neglected child
Parent seeking reunification must undergo DNA testing
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