Legal Question in Juvenile Dependency in California

teen abortions

is it illegal for a minor to have an abortion without her parents permission in the state of California?


Asked on 4/19/07, 5:35 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Linardi Sacramento Child Advocates, Inc.

Re: teen abortions

No. Minors, like adults have constitutional right to privacy. California attempted to require minors seek parental permission for abortion, but the law was struck down by the California Supreme Court.

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Answered on 5/01/07, 7:14 pm


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