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Idaho's New Law Will Punish Anyone Helping a Minor Access an Out-of-State Abortion With Up to 5 Years in Prison.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2023. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Burga, Solcyre 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses a new law in Idaho that criminalizes adults who assist minors in obtaining abortions out-of-state without parental consent, potentially leading to felony charges and prison sentences of two to five years. This law, known as House Bill 242, is part of Idaho's broader abortion restrictions, which already include a near-total ban on the procedure except in cases of rape, incest, or to save the life of the mother. Opponents argue that the law undermines the bodily autonomy of youth and could force them into dangerous situations, while proponents view it as a reinforcement of state rights following the Supreme Court's reversal of Roe v. Wade. The law is set to take effect in thirty days, and its implementation may face challenges due to conflicting state laws and potential legal actions from organizations like Planned Parenthood. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2023/04, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Health and Medicine
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:162988610
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