Abortion in the United States looks much different than it did a couple of years ago. Since the overturning of Roe v. Wade, the ability to change abortion laws has been given back to the States.
With the continual state law changes, you may be wondering what the abortion restrictions are in Arizona. Abortion is currently legal in Arizona for women up to 15 weeks. Keep reading to learn more about abortion restrictions in Arizona and what it means for you if you are considering this option.
Proposition 139 in Arizona
As of November 5th, 2024, over 60% of Arizona voters voted yes on Proposition 139 to enshrine the right to abortion in the state constitution. This amendment will take effect once the state certifies the election.
The Passing of Proposition 139 Does the Following:
- Prohibits any law, regulation, or policy that would deny, restrict, or interfere with the fundamental right to abortion before fetal viability (generally around 24 weeks) unless it is for the limited purpose of improving or maintaining the health of an individual seeking an abortion consistent with clinical practice standards and evidence-based medicine
- Prohibit any law, regulation, or policy that would deny, restrict, or interfere with an abortion after fetal viability (generally around 24 weeks) that, in the good-faith judgment of the patient’s health care provider, is necessary to protect the patient’s life or physical or mental health
- Prohibit any law, regulation, or policy that would penalize any person or entity for aiding or assisting a person with exercising their right to an abortion
What’s Next for Me?
Be sure of your pregnancy with a couple of steps to safeguard your health and determine your potential abortion options.
First, verify your pregnancy with a lab-quality pregnancy test. Next, get an ultrasound to confirm how far along you are, the location of your pregnancy (if it’s located within your uterus or not), and viability (if your pregnancy has a heartbeat and is progressing).
Ultrasound can alert you to potential pregnancy complications such as miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy, which will disqualify you from the option of abortion. Other medical attention and treatment will be needed.
At Pregnancy Care Center of Chandler, we offer free and confidential pregnancy services, including pregnancy tests and a possible ultrasound if you qualify.
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All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.