When I first read about these Safe Haven Laws, I realized I had heard about it before, but did not know much about it. As I read this I began to wonder why these laws had not been payed more attention to. There are different Safe Haven Laws in each state and whether anyone agrees to the idea or not, the law should be made known, however, not made a big deal.
I personally believe that these Safe Haven Laws are an easy way out for parents. It may even casue the parent to want to "try it out" and see if they could take care of their child or not. I do not believe that a child is a piece of merchandise where you can return it if you like it or not. Having a child is a decision that comes with responsibility, as well as, knowing that when things get tough, you do not quit and just give up on your child.
I could understand why some parents would agree with these Safe Haven Laws. Many may argue that this would allow their child to have a better life style; most likely one that they could not provide with themselves. I personally disagree with this because I believe that as a parent, no matter how unstable or how horrible your finances may be, that child is yours and you should do whatever you can as a parent in order to help that child.
These Safe Haven Laws are just basically giving parents a free ticket to give up their child. As far as the age is concerned, there are Safe Haven Laws that are up to 15 years old. I believe that this is ridiculous. Many would disagree and say that if a child is ill or has mental/emotional problems, that these Safe Haven Laws would help them. Instead, I believe that, that is what family is for. I understand that not everyone has a family, but as a good parent you would use all resources in order to care for that child and not have to give them up.
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