Lawmaker calls for extension of Safe Haven law

By April Simpson, Globe Staff

State Representative Barry R. Finegold said today he intends to file legislation in the next session that will extend the 2004 Baby Safe Haven Act indefinitely.

The act, which expires in July 2008, waives prosecution of parents who leave an unwanted child at a hospital or police or fire station within seven days of birth. The proposed legislation eliminates the June 30, 2008 expiration clause and adds 911 emergency responders as designated persons who can accept a newborn.

Finegold, an Andover Democrat, also announced at a press conference that a baby has been safely surrendered within the past month. Her name is Iris, which stands for Infant Surrendered Into Safety.

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