All staffed City of Hialeah Fire Stations are designated Safe Havens for Newborns. Fire station personnel will accept newborns with no questions asked.
Age
Newborns must be 7 days or younger.
Safe Haven Providers
Hospitals, emergency medical services stations, and fire stations are all examples of Safe Havens.
Protection for Relinquishing Parent
- The parent has an absolute right to remain anonymous.
- The parent is not subject to a child protective report under 39.201, or a criminal investigation, unless there is actual or suspected child abuse.
- The parent is provided immunity from prosecution for abandonment, if there is no abuse or neglect.
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To learn more about Safe Haven for Newborns:
Statute Information
