Period of Consent. Waiting Periods. Waiting Periods For Some States In many U.S. states, abortion is legal—but with strings attached. One of the most common restrictions is a mandatory waiting period, often described as “24 to 48 hour consent.” But what does that actually mean? Let’s break it down in plain terms. Period of…
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How Long Can I Wait to Get an Abortion?
While the Constitution, as interpreted by the Supreme Court, guarantees the right to abortion, each state has the right to enact its own restrictions. This can present a serious problem, since many women do not know they are pregnant until well into the first trimester. Additionally, it can take time to save up enough money…
