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12. What if a parent(s) returns to the hospital, fire station or police station following the surrender and requests return of the newborn?

12. What if a parent(s) returns to the hospital, fire station or police station following the surrender and requests return of the newborn?

The newborn should not be returned to the parent(s) under these circumstances. Personnel should advise the parent(s) of their right to file an action in Circuit Court, Family Division for custody of the newborn within 28 days of surrender.