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Safe Havens for Abandoned Newborns | City Of Henrietta - Police Department

This police department is a safe haven for persons wishing to legally surrender physical custody of their infant. Person stating that they are the parent may leave an infant (without fear of prosecution) in the hands of staff. A parent will not be prosecuted for leaving their newborn at a safe haven if they follow the laws, assuming the child is under 45 days old and shows no signs of abuse or neglect.

Last assured

12/13/2024

Physical Address

406 Main St, Henrietta, MO 64036

Hours

No set hours; 9-1-1 is 24/7

Application process

Visit police department and leave child with an employee (must leave with a person, not outside). Information on the person leaving the child may be asked for but is not required.

Fee

None

Eligibility

Parent of child under the age of 45 days.

Languages

N/A

Service area

Henrietta, MO

Agency info

CITY OF HENRIETTA

Municipality.

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