cover image: An Overview of Abortion Laws in the USA | Constantly Updated List

An Overview of Abortion Laws in the USA | Constantly Updated List

Since the Supreme Court handed down its 1973 decisions in Roe v. Wade and Doe v. Bolton, states have constructed a lattice work of abortion law, codifying, regulating and limiting whether, when and under what circumstances a person may obtain an abortion. This constantly updated table highlights the major provisions of these state laws. More detailed information can be found by selecting the table column headings in blue. Except where noted, the laws are in effect, although they may not always be enforced.
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Guttmacher Institute

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United States of America

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