Greenville, September 20, 2025
News Summary
A baby girl was surrendered at Prisma Health – Greenville Memorial Hospital under South Carolina’s Daniel’s Law. Born on September 3, she weighed 4 pounds, 9.4 ounces. The baby is now in the care of the Greenville County DSS as part of a growing trend of safe surrenders under this law, which allows parents to relinquish newborns safely. A hearing regarding the child’s custody is scheduled for October 28.
Greenville
A baby girl was surrendered on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at Prisma Health – Greenville Memorial Hospital under South Carolina’s Daniel’s Law. The infant was born on September 3, 2025, weighing 4 pounds, 9.4 ounces and measuring 17.3 inches long at birth.
The baby girl is now under the care of the Greenville County Department of Social Services (DSS) after her surrender. A medical evaluation was conducted for the infant prior to her placement in a licensed foster home. The surrender marks the fifth baby to be relinquished under Daniel’s Law in South Carolina this year.
The law, designed as a Safe Haven for Abandoned Babies Act, permits parents to safely and legally surrender infants up to 60 days old at approved locations, including hospitals, police stations, and fire departments. Since its enactment in 2001, a total of 74 babies have been surrendered under Daniel’s Law, with five instances occurring in 2024.
A Permanency Planning Hearing and a Termination of Parental Rights Hearing is scheduled for October 28, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. at the Greenville County Family Court. Parents or individuals who believe they have parental rights are required to attend the hearing to assert those rights.
Background on Daniel’s Law
Daniel’s Law was established to provide a safe alternative for parents who, for various reasons, may be unable to care for their newborns. It aims to prevent baby abandonment in unsafe conditions. Since the law’s inception, it has provided a legal framework allowing parents to surrender their infants, ensuring the child’s safety and well-being. This initiative continues to be a crucial resource for families in crisis throughout the state of South Carolina.
Key Statistics
- Number of babies surrendered under Daniel’s Law in 2025: 5
- Total babies surrendered since 2001: 74
- Babies surrendered under Daniel’s Law in 2024: 5
Conclusion
The recent surrender of the baby girl highlights the ongoing importance of Daniel’s Law in providing safe options for parents in distress. With mechanisms in place for legal and safe infant relinquishment, South Carolina continues to manage the welfare of vulnerable children through awareness and support initiatives.
FAQ
What is Daniel’s Law?
Daniel’s Law allows parents to safely and legally surrender infants up to 60 days old at designated safe locations, including hospitals, police stations, and fire departments.
How many babies have been surrendered under Daniel’s Law in South Carolina?
Since the law’s enactment in 2001, 74 babies have been relinquished under Daniel’s Law, with five occurring in 2024.
When is the hearing scheduled for the surrendered baby?
A Permanency Planning Hearing and Termination of Parental Rights Hearing is scheduled for October 28, 2025, at 9:30 a.m.
Who takes custody of the baby after surrender?
The Greenville County Department of Social Services (DSS) took custody of the baby after her surrender.
Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Infant Girl Surrendered | September 16, 2025 |
| Date of Birth | September 3, 2025 |
| Weight at Birth | 4 pounds, 9.4 ounces |
| Height at Birth | 17.3 inches |
| Custody | Greenville County DSS |
| Foster Placement | Licensed foster home |
| Legal Framework | Daniel’s Law, safe surrender of infants |
| Scheduled Hearing | October 28, 2025 |
Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic
HERE Resources
Newborn Safe Haven Surrendered in Greenville County
Additional Resources
- WLTX News
- Wikipedia: Safe Haven
- Post and Courier
- Google Search: Daniel’s Law South Carolina
- WJCL News
- Google Scholar: Daniel’s Law
- Fox Carolina
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Infant Surrender Law
- WYFF 4 News
- Google News: South Carolina Baby Surrendered
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