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Form SOC880 Safely Surrendered Baby - Report to the California Department of Social Services - California
What Is Form SOC880?
This is a legal form that was released by the California Department of Social Services - a government authority operating within California. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is the SOC880 form?
A: The SOC880 form is a report to the California Department of Social Services regarding the safe surrender of a baby.
Q: What is a Safely Surrendered Baby?
A: A Safely Surrendered Baby is a newborn that is voluntarily and legally surrendered by a parent or legal guardian within 72 hours of birth.
Q: What is the purpose of the SOC880 form?
A: The purpose of the SOC880 form is to notify the California Department of Social Services about the safe surrender of a baby.
Q: Who is required to complete the SOC880 form?
A: Healthcare professionals, law enforcement, or designated safe surrender site personnel are required to complete the SOC880 form.
Q: What information is required on the SOC880 form?
A: The SOC880 form requires information about the surrendered baby, the person surrendering the baby, and any known health or medical history of the baby.
Q: Is there a deadline for submitting the SOC880 form?
A: Yes, the SOC880 form must be submitted within 72 hours of the safe surrender of the baby.
Q: What happens after the SOC880 form is submitted?
A: After the SOC880 form is submitted, the California Department of Social Services will initiate appropriate actions to ensure the well-being of the surrendered baby.
Q: Are there any legal protections for the person surrendering the baby?
A: Yes, under California law, a person who safely surrenders a baby will not be prosecuted for abandonment or neglect, as long as the baby is unharmed and surrendered at a designated safe surrender site.
Q: Can a person reclaim a baby after it has been safely surrendered?
A: No, once a baby has been safely surrendered, the parent or legal guardian relinquishes all rights and responsibilities.
Form Details:
- Released on November 1, 2011;
- The latest edition provided by the California Department of Social Services;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Quick to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
Download a fillable version of Form SOC880 by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the California Department of Social Services.
