Extends the age limit for safe haven placement of abandoned infants in South Carolina from 60 days to one year.

The bill amends the South Carolina Code to increase the age limit for safe haven placement of abandoned infants from 60 days to one year. It allows parents or those acting at a parent's direction to leave an infant at designated safe havens without prosecution, provided the infant is not more than one year old. Safe havens include hospitals, law enforcement agencies, fire stations, emergency medical services stations, and staffed houses of worship. The bill takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

Extends the age limit for safe haven placement of abandoned infants in South Carolina from 60 days to one year.

The bill amends the South Carolina Code to increase the age limit for safe haven placement of abandoned infants from 60 days to one year. It allows parents or those acting at a parent's direction to leave an infant at designated safe havens without prosecution, provided the infant is not more than one year old. Safe havens include hospitals, law enforcement agencies, fire stations, emergency medical services stations, and staffed houses of worship. The bill takes effect upon approval by the Governor.