Alabama Statutes

§ 26-25-3 — Affirmative Defense Under Criminal Prosecution; Investigation of Abuse or Neglect Allegations

Alabama § 26-25-3

JurisdictionAlabama

Title 26Infants and Incompetents

Ch. 25Leaving Abandoned Infant with Emergency Medical Services Provider

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Bluebook

Ala. Code § 26-25-3 (2026).

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(a)It is an affirmative defense to prosecution under Sections 13A-13-4, 13A-13-5, and 13A-13-6, if the parent voluntarily delivers the infant to an emergency medical services provider or a baby safety device pursuant to this chapter.

(b)Nothing in this section shall prohibit the prosecution or investigation of any allegations of abuse or neglect of a surrendered infant.

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Legislative History

(Act 2000-760, p. 1740, §3; Act 2023-508, §1.)

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