child abandonment Section 218 of the Criminal Code requires intent to abandon the child. (And also reasonable foreseeability that danger would result.) crimi

child abandonment Section 218 of the Criminal Code requires intent to abandon the child. (And also reasonable foreseeability that danger would result.) criminal negligence Section 219 requires wanton or reckless disregard for the lives or safety of other persons. failing to provide necessaries of life Section 215 requires a marked departure from the conduct of a reasonably prudent person in similar circumstances.