Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act: Parental Involvement Across State Lines
This act introduces new rules for transporting minors across state lines for abortion if the home state's law requires parental consent or notification. It aims to ensure parents are informed about their children's medical decisions, even if the abortion occurs in another state. Citizens should be aware that violating these provisions can lead to financial penalties or imprisonment for those assisting minors in circumventing the law.
Key points
Prohibits transporting minors across state lines for abortion if it circumvents state parental involvement laws.
Physicians performing abortions on minors from another state must provide at least 24 hours' notice to parents.
Exceptions apply, such as when the minor's life is endangered or with documented court authorization.
Parents harmed by a violation of the act can seek relief in a civil lawsuit.
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