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Infant Safe Haven Laws- West Virginia

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Infant's Age
Statute: § 49-6E-1
Less than 30 days old

Who May Relinquish the Infant
Statute: § 49-6E-1
Parent

Who May Receive the Infant
Statute: § 49-6E-1

Hospital
Health care facility

Responsibilities of the Safe Haven Provider
Statute: §§ 49-6E-1; 49-6E-2

Perform any act necessary to protect the child's health
Notify child protective services

Immunity for the Provider
Not addressed in statutes reviewed

Protection for Relinquishing Parent
Statute: §§ 49-6E-1; 49-6E-4

Right to remain anonymous
Affirmative defense to prosecution

Effect on Parental Rights
Statute: § 49-6E-2
Department shall assume custody of the child

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