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Infant Safe Haven Laws- Oklahoma
Statute: Title 10, § 7115.1
7 days old or younger
Who May Relinquish the Infant
Statute: Title 10, § 7115.1
Parent
Who May Receive the Infant
Statute: Title 10, § 7115.1
Medical services provider
Child rescuer:
Police station
Fire station
CPS agency
Hospital or other medical facility
Responsibilities of the Safe Haven Provider
Statute: Title 10, § 7115.1
Perform any act necessary to protect the child's health
Request information about the child
Provide information about parents' rights
Notify the department
Immunity for the Provider
Statute: Title 10, § 7115.1
Yes
Protection for Relinquishing Parent
Statute: Title 10, § 7115.1
May remain anonymous
No prosecution for abandonment or neglect
Effect on Parental Rights
Statute: Title 10, § 7115.1
Department will provide information about reunification and counseling
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