Is my husband/partner or family's consent needed for me to seek an abortion?

Only the pregnant person’s consent is needed for abortion. The consent of the pregnant person's husband/partner, family, or husband/partner's family is not needed.

  • Exception: If the pregnant person is a minor or a person with intellectual disability, the consent of their parent or guardian is required. Even in these cases, abortion cannot be performed without the consent of the pregnant person.

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