Baby Safe Haven

The Safe Haven Act of Massachusetts

The Safe Haven Act of Massachusetts (2004) allows a parent to legally surrender newborn infants 7 days old or younger at a hospital, police station, or manned fire station without facing criminal prosecution. The Safe Haven Act is an amendment to Chapter 119 of the Massachusetts General Laws, section 39.5. The law went into effect on October 29, 2004.

For 24/7 support please contact 1-877-796-HOPE (4673) or 1-888-510-BABY (2229).

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