Latest items for ABO-LAW-1
Dec. 3, 2025, 8:02 p.m.
Countries: Haiti
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Haiti has a total ban on abortion. The new penal code will decriminalize abortion until the twelfth week of pregnancy, and at any time in cases of rape or incest, or when the mental or physical health of the pregnant person is in danger. The code was scheduled to come into force in 2024 but has been postponed by authorities" (Para 33).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Haiti has a total ban on abortion. The new penal code will decriminalize abortion until the twelfth week of pregnancy, and at any time in cases of rape or incest, or when the mental or physical health of the pregnant person is in danger. The code was scheduled to come into force in 2024 but has been postponed by authorities" (Para 33).
Dec. 3, 2025, 7:54 p.m.
Countries: Chad
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Coercion in Population Control: There were no reports of coerced abortion or involuntary sterilization. For more information, see Appendix C" (Page 16).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Coercion in Population Control: There were no reports of coerced abortion or involuntary sterilization. For more information, see Appendix C" (Page 16).
Dec. 3, 2025, 7:43 p.m.
Countries: Armenia
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"On July 12, the National Assembly adopted key amendments to the Law 'On Human Reproductive Health and Reproductive Rights' in the second reading. These amendments, resulting from comprehensive recommendations and persistent advocacy by Women’s Resource Center, Armenia, now allow medical abortions up to the 8th week of pregnancy to be performed in licensed medical organizations, including out-of-hospital settings. This change marks a crucial improvement in accessibility and choice for women, as previously, medical abortions were only permitted in hospitals. Key Changes in the Law: Expanded Access: Medical abortions up to 8 weeks can now be performed in licensed medical organizations, including out-of-hospital settings. Increased Choice: Women now have more options...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"On July 12, the National Assembly adopted key amendments to the Law 'On Human Reproductive Health and Reproductive Rights' in the second reading. These amendments, resulting from comprehensive recommendations and persistent advocacy by Women’s Resource Center, Armenia, now allow medical abortions up to the 8th week of pregnancy to be performed in licensed medical organizations, including out-of-hospital settings. This change marks a crucial improvement in accessibility and choice for women, as previously, medical abortions were only permitted in hospitals. Key Changes in the Law: Expanded Access: Medical abortions up to 8 weeks can now be performed in licensed medical organizations, including out-of-hospital settings. Increased Choice: Women now have more options...more
Dec. 3, 2025, 7:38 p.m.
Countries: Armenia
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Women can access medical abortion even in out-of-hospital settings for up to eight weeks in Armenia since August 2024, according to legal reforms expanding reproductive rights. Amendments to the law “On Human Reproductive Health and Reproductive Rights” were adopted by the National Assembly of Armenia in the second reading on July 12, 2024. Women’s Resource Center (WRC) Head of Advocacy team, Anna Hovhannisyan, says from the feminist perspective access to abortion is crucial. Unless women are entirely in charge of the decisions made about their bodies, including the choices regarding their healthcare, one cannot speak about other political, socioeconomic, and educational rights; all of these are interconnected. She said WRC...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Women can access medical abortion even in out-of-hospital settings for up to eight weeks in Armenia since August 2024, according to legal reforms expanding reproductive rights. Amendments to the law “On Human Reproductive Health and Reproductive Rights” were adopted by the National Assembly of Armenia in the second reading on July 12, 2024. Women’s Resource Center (WRC) Head of Advocacy team, Anna Hovhannisyan, says from the feminist perspective access to abortion is crucial. Unless women are entirely in charge of the decisions made about their bodies, including the choices regarding their healthcare, one cannot speak about other political, socioeconomic, and educational rights; all of these are interconnected. She said WRC...more
Dec. 3, 2025, 6:20 p.m.
Countries: Bangladesh
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Under the Penal Code of 1860, induced abortion in Bangladesh is permissible only to save a woman’s life. In all other circumstances, it is a criminal off_x001d_ense punishable by imprisonment or fines" (Page 2).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Under the Penal Code of 1860, induced abortion in Bangladesh is permissible only to save a woman’s life. In all other circumstances, it is a criminal off_x001d_ense punishable by imprisonment or fines" (Page 2).
Dec. 3, 2025, 9:58 a.m.
Countries: Estonia
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"5. Voluntariness of pregnancy termination A woman’s pregnancy may be terminated only at her own request. No one may force or influence a woman to terminate her pregnancy. Consent for termination must be given in writing. The pregnancy of a woman with limited active legal capacity may be terminated with her own consent or with the consent of her legal representative in accordance with 766(4) of the Law of Obligations Act. If a woman with limited legal capacity refuses, for compelling reasons, to involve her legal representative in a case specified in 766(4) of the Law of Obligations Act, or if the legal representative’s decision conflicts with the woman’s interests,...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"5. Voluntariness of pregnancy termination A woman’s pregnancy may be terminated only at her own request. No one may force or influence a woman to terminate her pregnancy. Consent for termination must be given in writing. The pregnancy of a woman with limited active legal capacity may be terminated with her own consent or with the consent of her legal representative in accordance with 766(4) of the Law of Obligations Act. If a woman with limited legal capacity refuses, for compelling reasons, to involve her legal representative in a case specified in 766(4) of the Law of Obligations Act, or if the legal representative’s decision conflicts with the woman’s interests,...more
Dec. 2, 2025, 9:38 a.m.
Countries: Equatorial Guinea
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Under Article 23 Section 1 of the Constitution of Equatorial Guinea, '[t]he State protects the person from its conception and fosters the minor in order for him to develop normally and with security for his moral, mental, and physical integrity, as well as his life within the home.' Consistent with its constitutional responsibility, Equatorial Guinea prohibited abortions, 7 except in situations when continuing the pregnancy 'could result in serious consequences for the health or life of the pregnant woman'. In November 2020, however, the government passed The Law on Sexual and Reproductive Rights in order to regulate sexual and reproductive health services. 9 Under Article 23 of this new law:...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Under Article 23 Section 1 of the Constitution of Equatorial Guinea, '[t]he State protects the person from its conception and fosters the minor in order for him to develop normally and with security for his moral, mental, and physical integrity, as well as his life within the home.' Consistent with its constitutional responsibility, Equatorial Guinea prohibited abortions, 7 except in situations when continuing the pregnancy 'could result in serious consequences for the health or life of the pregnant woman'. In November 2020, however, the government passed The Law on Sexual and Reproductive Rights in order to regulate sexual and reproductive health services. 9 Under Article 23 of this new law:...more
Dec. 2, 2025, 8:45 a.m.
Countries: Germany
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"A cross-party coalition of Members of the German Parliament introduced a bill today intended to liberalise Germany’s abortion law. The proposed legislation would fully legalise abortion on request up to 12 weeks of pregnancy and remove the mandatory three-day waiting period, among other key changes. This reform marks a long overdue step toward aligning German abortion laws with international human rights and public health standards, paving the way for more accessible reproductive care. Currently, abortion in Germany is regulated in the penal code, where it is paradoxically classified as a criminal offence that is non-punishable in specific circumstances. This legal framework is both confusing and contradictory: although abortion is considered...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"A cross-party coalition of Members of the German Parliament introduced a bill today intended to liberalise Germany’s abortion law. The proposed legislation would fully legalise abortion on request up to 12 weeks of pregnancy and remove the mandatory three-day waiting period, among other key changes. This reform marks a long overdue step toward aligning German abortion laws with international human rights and public health standards, paving the way for more accessible reproductive care. Currently, abortion in Germany is regulated in the penal code, where it is paradoxically classified as a criminal offence that is non-punishable in specific circumstances. This legal framework is both confusing and contradictory: although abortion is considered...more
Dec. 2, 2025, 7:39 a.m.
Countries: Georgia
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"The order of the Minister of Health has been amended to require that, in addition to the 5-day waiting period before an abortion, the patient must also consult with a psychologist and a social worker. This mandatory requirement will come into effect on January 1, 2024. According to Georgian legislation, artificial termination of pregnancy is possible voluntarily (at the woman’s request) up to 12 weeks of pregnancy (inclusive). In cases of medical and social indications, it is allowed from 12 to 22 weeks of pregnancy. According to the amendments: A new clause is added to the 5-day reflection period before an abortion, stating that if this timeframe is violated, the...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"The order of the Minister of Health has been amended to require that, in addition to the 5-day waiting period before an abortion, the patient must also consult with a psychologist and a social worker. This mandatory requirement will come into effect on January 1, 2024. According to Georgian legislation, artificial termination of pregnancy is possible voluntarily (at the woman’s request) up to 12 weeks of pregnancy (inclusive). In cases of medical and social indications, it is allowed from 12 to 22 weeks of pregnancy. According to the amendments: A new clause is added to the 5-day reflection period before an abortion, stating that if this timeframe is violated, the...more
Dec. 2, 2025, 6:37 a.m.
Countries: South Sudan
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"In a 2023 court hearing, Akot admitted in front of everyone that he had sex with the girl, claiming she was his girlfriend. The victim told the court that Akot was the one who got her pregnant and forced her to have an abortion without her consent at a local clinic. Akot did not deny this" (Para 47).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"In a 2023 court hearing, Akot admitted in front of everyone that he had sex with the girl, claiming she was his girlfriend. The victim told the court that Akot was the one who got her pregnant and forced her to have an abortion without her consent at a local clinic. Akot did not deny this" (Para 47).
Dec. 2, 2025, 6:11 a.m.
Countries: Iceland
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Article 4 Authorisation for the termination of pregnancy. Any woman who so requests shall have the right to have her pregnancy terminated up to the end of the 22nd week of pregnancy. In all cases, pregnancy shall be terminated as soon as possible, and preferably before the end of the 12th week of pregnancy. If a healthcare worker refuses to terminate a pregnancy on the grounds of Article 14 of the Healthcare Workers Act, No. 34/2012, measures shall be taken to ensure that the woman is able to exercise her rights in accordance with the first paragraph. Pregnancy may only be terminated after the end of the 22nd week of...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Article 4 Authorisation for the termination of pregnancy. Any woman who so requests shall have the right to have her pregnancy terminated up to the end of the 22nd week of pregnancy. In all cases, pregnancy shall be terminated as soon as possible, and preferably before the end of the 12th week of pregnancy. If a healthcare worker refuses to terminate a pregnancy on the grounds of Article 14 of the Healthcare Workers Act, No. 34/2012, measures shall be taken to ensure that the woman is able to exercise her rights in accordance with the first paragraph. Pregnancy may only be terminated after the end of the 22nd week of...more
Dec. 2, 2025, 2:22 a.m.
Countries: Albania
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Ensure the free distribution and commercialization of emergency contraception, in particular for women and girls who are victims of sexual violence, and ensure that women have access to adequate sexual and reproductive health-care services and information, including safe abortion and post-abortion services, to prevent early pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections" (Page 12).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Ensure the free distribution and commercialization of emergency contraception, in particular for women and girls who are victims of sexual violence, and ensure that women have access to adequate sexual and reproductive health-care services and information, including safe abortion and post-abortion services, to prevent early pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections" (Page 12).
Dec. 2, 2025, 2:06 a.m.
Countries: Albania
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"A doctor of whom a voluntary abortion is requested must at the first visit inform the woman about: 1. The medical risks entailed by abortion to future pregnancies as well as biological problems of medical intervention. 2. The rights, assistance and advantages guarantees by law for the family, the mother and the child, as well as the possibilities of adoption of children who are expected to be born. 3. Institutions and organizations that may offer the woman moral and financial support. 4. Clinics and hospitals that perform abortions. Article 6 If the woman, after receiving the information mentioned in article 4, repeats her request for an abortion, the doctor shall...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"A doctor of whom a voluntary abortion is requested must at the first visit inform the woman about: 1. The medical risks entailed by abortion to future pregnancies as well as biological problems of medical intervention. 2. The rights, assistance and advantages guarantees by law for the family, the mother and the child, as well as the possibilities of adoption of children who are expected to be born. 3. Institutions and organizations that may offer the woman moral and financial support. 4. Clinics and hospitals that perform abortions. Article 6 If the woman, after receiving the information mentioned in article 4, repeats her request for an abortion, the doctor shall...more
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"In Saudi Arabia, abortion is generally illegal except in specific circumstances. It is permitted if the pregnancy poses a threat to the physical or mental health of the mother and the fetus is less than 120 days old, subject to the approval of two specialized physicians" (para 124). "This procedure [abortion] must be confirmed by a medical committee formed according to the conditions outlined in the implementing regulations of this system. The resolution of the Council of Senior Scholars outlines the following conditions: Abortion is prohibited at any stage of pregnancy except in exceptional cases with specific legal justifications. During the first forty days of pregnancy, abortion is permissible if...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"In Saudi Arabia, abortion is generally illegal except in specific circumstances. It is permitted if the pregnancy poses a threat to the physical or mental health of the mother and the fetus is less than 120 days old, subject to the approval of two specialized physicians" (para 124). "This procedure [abortion] must be confirmed by a medical committee formed according to the conditions outlined in the implementing regulations of this system. The resolution of the Council of Senior Scholars outlines the following conditions: Abortion is prohibited at any stage of pregnancy except in exceptional cases with specific legal justifications. During the first forty days of pregnancy, abortion is permissible if...more
Nov. 25, 2025, 8:22 p.m.
Countries: Kyrgyzstan
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"A woman can not be forced to have an abortion and likewise get impregnated. Actions like the following need to be looked at as an act of abuse/violence against women" (9). "The force termination of a pregnancy (abortion) after more than 12 weeks comes with the consent from a Woman. In accordance to social norms, the artificial termination of a pregnancy can be performed up to 22 weeks with the woman's consent. But in the case of medical complications, the length of pregnancy is irrelevant. Healthcare organizations are required to inform the woman deciding to get an abortion including as a result of medical complications, of the negative side effects...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"A woman can not be forced to have an abortion and likewise get impregnated. Actions like the following need to be looked at as an act of abuse/violence against women" (9). "The force termination of a pregnancy (abortion) after more than 12 weeks comes with the consent from a Woman. In accordance to social norms, the artificial termination of a pregnancy can be performed up to 22 weeks with the woman's consent. But in the case of medical complications, the length of pregnancy is irrelevant. Healthcare organizations are required to inform the woman deciding to get an abortion including as a result of medical complications, of the negative side effects...more
Nov. 20, 2025, 6:37 p.m.
Countries: Palestine
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"So when it comes to abortion, East Jerusalem operates under Israeli law, which means that women must go before committees to have their requests for abortion approved. [After the Dobbs decision in the U.S., Israeli regulations were changed so that committees can approve these applications digitally rather than in person.] There are some conditions for this, but really the vast majority of requests are approved. And with that approval, women are sometimes able to have the abortion covered by medical insurance...In the West Bank, abortion is illegal" (5-6).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"So when it comes to abortion, East Jerusalem operates under Israeli law, which means that women must go before committees to have their requests for abortion approved. [After the Dobbs decision in the U.S., Israeli regulations were changed so that committees can approve these applications digitally rather than in person.] There are some conditions for this, but really the vast majority of requests are approved. And with that approval, women are sometimes able to have the abortion covered by medical insurance...In the West Bank, abortion is illegal" (5-6).
Nov. 20, 2025, 6:33 p.m.
Countries: Palestine
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Previous to October 2023, abortion was illegal in Palestine unless the pregnant person’s life was at risk, and there were no government services offering support for the termination of pregnancies. However, there were United Nations and governmental clinics in the Gaza Strip that offered sexual and reproductive services and abortions were accessed in practice through private clinics, Israeli clinics, or through self-managed abortions" (5).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Previous to October 2023, abortion was illegal in Palestine unless the pregnant person’s life was at risk, and there were no government services offering support for the termination of pregnancies. However, there were United Nations and governmental clinics in the Gaza Strip that offered sexual and reproductive services and abortions were accessed in practice through private clinics, Israeli clinics, or through self-managed abortions" (5).
Nov. 20, 2025, 6:29 p.m.
Countries: Jamaica
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"To date, abortion law reform in Jamaica remains pending, with the procurement of an abortion remaining mostly criminalized. Currently, there is renewed advocacy to put abortion on Cabinet’s agenda, as well as, the administration of a conscience vote to resolve the issue of legalising abortion in Jamaica" (2).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"To date, abortion law reform in Jamaica remains pending, with the procurement of an abortion remaining mostly criminalized. Currently, there is renewed advocacy to put abortion on Cabinet’s agenda, as well as, the administration of a conscience vote to resolve the issue of legalising abortion in Jamaica" (2).
Nov. 20, 2025, 6:24 p.m.
Countries: Jamaica
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"The Committee notes with concern, however, that: (a)Abortion remains criminalized in the State party; ... the Committee recommends that the State party: (a) Legalize abortion at least in cases of rape, incest, threats to the life or health of the pregnant woman and severe foetal impairment and decriminalize it in all other cases" (6).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"The Committee notes with concern, however, that: (a)Abortion remains criminalized in the State party; ... the Committee recommends that the State party: (a) Legalize abortion at least in cases of rape, incest, threats to the life or health of the pregnant woman and severe foetal impairment and decriminalize it in all other cases" (6).
Nov. 20, 2025, 6:20 p.m.
Countries: Ethiopia
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Article 551 of the penal code of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia allows termination of pregnancy under the following conditions: 1. Termination of pregnancy by a recognized medical institution within the period permitted by the profession is not punishable where: a. The pregnancy is a result of rape or incest; or b. The continuation of the pregnancy endangers the life of the mother or the child or the health of the mother or where the birth of the child a risk to the life or health of the mother; or c. The fetus has an incurable and serious deformity ; or d. The pregnant woman, owing to a physical...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Article 551 of the penal code of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia allows termination of pregnancy under the following conditions: 1. Termination of pregnancy by a recognized medical institution within the period permitted by the profession is not punishable where: a. The pregnancy is a result of rape or incest; or b. The continuation of the pregnancy endangers the life of the mother or the child or the health of the mother or where the birth of the child a risk to the life or health of the mother; or c. The fetus has an incurable and serious deformity ; or d. The pregnant woman, owing to a physical...more
Nov. 20, 2025, 6:15 p.m.
Countries: Estonia
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"The Termination of Pregnancy and Sterilisation Act of Estonia allows the termination of pregnancy at the woman’s request up to the 12th week of pregnancy. Before the termination of pregnancy, the health care professional must explain to the woman who wishes to terminate her pregnancy, the biological and medical nature of termination of pregnancy and the involved risks, including the potential complications" (para 8).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"The Termination of Pregnancy and Sterilisation Act of Estonia allows the termination of pregnancy at the woman’s request up to the 12th week of pregnancy. Before the termination of pregnancy, the health care professional must explain to the woman who wishes to terminate her pregnancy, the biological and medical nature of termination of pregnancy and the involved risks, including the potential complications" (para 8).
Nov. 20, 2025, 6:11 p.m.
Countries: Estonia
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"A pregnancy can only be terminated with the woman’s consent if the pregnancy has lasted less than 12 weeks (that is, up to 11 weeks and 6 days). A pregnancy lasting up to 21 weeks and 6 days can be terminated for medical reasons. These reasons could arise when: the pregnancy threatens the woman’s health; the foetus has a severe mental or physical health disorder; the woman’s illness prevents the development of the embryo; the woman is under 15 years old or over 45 years old" (para 3).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"A pregnancy can only be terminated with the woman’s consent if the pregnancy has lasted less than 12 weeks (that is, up to 11 weeks and 6 days). A pregnancy lasting up to 21 weeks and 6 days can be terminated for medical reasons. These reasons could arise when: the pregnancy threatens the woman’s health; the foetus has a severe mental or physical health disorder; the woman’s illness prevents the development of the embryo; the woman is under 15 years old or over 45 years old" (para 3).
Nov. 20, 2025, 6:07 p.m.
Countries: Denmark
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"On May 3, 2024, the Interior Ministry announced that the Danish government reached a political agreement with the leaders of opposition parties to extend the right to free abortion (fri abort), that is, abortion on request, to 18 weeks of pregnancy from the current 12 weeks. Under the agreement, legislation will be introduced during 2024-2025 to amend the Health Act (Sundhedsloven), which will come into force June 1, 2025. Under current law, while abortions in Denmark are available and part of the public health service up to week 22 of gestation, between 12 and 22 weeks, abortions require prior consultation and approval from one of five regional boards (regionale abortsamråd)....more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"On May 3, 2024, the Interior Ministry announced that the Danish government reached a political agreement with the leaders of opposition parties to extend the right to free abortion (fri abort), that is, abortion on request, to 18 weeks of pregnancy from the current 12 weeks. Under the agreement, legislation will be introduced during 2024-2025 to amend the Health Act (Sundhedsloven), which will come into force June 1, 2025. Under current law, while abortions in Denmark are available and part of the public health service up to week 22 of gestation, between 12 and 22 weeks, abortions require prior consultation and approval from one of five regional boards (regionale abortsamråd)....more
Nov. 20, 2025, 6:03 p.m.
Countries: Denmark
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"In 1973, Denmark became the first country in the Western world to adopt a statutory right of access to on-demand, free-of-charge abortion. This change meant that abortion was instituted as a right for all women with no requirement for a reason to be given. This landmark right was, however, only extended for the first trimester. Now, nearly 50 years later, the rules are by and large the same, meaning that second- and third-trimester abortions require reason-giving and permission" (1).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"In 1973, Denmark became the first country in the Western world to adopt a statutory right of access to on-demand, free-of-charge abortion. This change meant that abortion was instituted as a right for all women with no requirement for a reason to be given. This landmark right was, however, only extended for the first trimester. Now, nearly 50 years later, the rules are by and large the same, meaning that second- and third-trimester abortions require reason-giving and permission" (1).
Nov. 20, 2025, 5:57 p.m.
Countries: Bahrain
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"ny doctor may not prescribe a medicine with the intention of aborting a pregnant woman, or performing abortion operation unless, the continuation of the pregnancy is threatening the life of the pregnant woman. Provided that, this shall be decided by three consultant doctors authorized to practice in Bahrain. In this case, the abortion operation must be performed, or a medicine shall be prescribed with the intention of abortion in a government or an authorized private hospital by a Gynecologist and after the approval of the person in charge of the pregnant woman" (6).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"ny doctor may not prescribe a medicine with the intention of aborting a pregnant woman, or performing abortion operation unless, the continuation of the pregnancy is threatening the life of the pregnant woman. Provided that, this shall be decided by three consultant doctors authorized to practice in Bahrain. In this case, the abortion operation must be performed, or a medicine shall be prescribed with the intention of abortion in a government or an authorized private hospital by a Gynecologist and after the approval of the person in charge of the pregnant woman" (6).
Nov. 20, 2025, 5:52 p.m.
Countries: Bahrain
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Women’s reproductive autonomy can be restricted by laws that prohibit the access to safe and legal abortion under essential circumstances (in cases of rape, incest, threats to the life or health of the pregnant woman and severe foetal impairment).Evidence shows that the share of unsafe abortions is higher in countries with restrictive abortion laws. Unsafe abortions are a leading but preventable cause of maternal mortality and millions of girls and women are hospitalised every year following complications of unsafe abortion procedures. Article 321 and 322 of the Penal Code, as amended, criminalise abortion under any circumstances. However, Article 18 of the law on the practice of medical and dental professions...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Women’s reproductive autonomy can be restricted by laws that prohibit the access to safe and legal abortion under essential circumstances (in cases of rape, incest, threats to the life or health of the pregnant woman and severe foetal impairment).Evidence shows that the share of unsafe abortions is higher in countries with restrictive abortion laws. Unsafe abortions are a leading but preventable cause of maternal mortality and millions of girls and women are hospitalised every year following complications of unsafe abortion procedures. Article 321 and 322 of the Penal Code, as amended, criminalise abortion under any circumstances. However, Article 18 of the law on the practice of medical and dental professions...more
Nov. 19, 2025, 11:23 a.m.
Countries: Ethiopia
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
According to Article 551 of Ethiopia's Second Trimester Abortion Care Training Manual, abortion in Ethiopia is illegal except in cases of rape or incest, threat to the life or health of mother, threat to the life or health of child, fetal deformity, and mothers being mentally or phyiscally unfit to raise a child (27).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
According to Article 551 of Ethiopia's Second Trimester Abortion Care Training Manual, abortion in Ethiopia is illegal except in cases of rape or incest, threat to the life or health of mother, threat to the life or health of child, fetal deformity, and mothers being mentally or phyiscally unfit to raise a child (27).
Nov. 17, 2025, 8:25 a.m.
Countries: Congo
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"The Committee also remains concerned about the following:... The fact that HIV/AIDS is the leading cause of death among women, with a mortality rate nearly twice as high as men, and that complications from premature births and clandestine abortions are also significant causes of death among women... The Committee calls upon the State Party... To legalize abortion, at least in cases of rape, incest, severe fetal impairment and risk to the health or life of the pregnant woman, and decriminalize abortion in all other cases, in recognition that the criminalization of abortion is a form of gender-based violence against women, in line with the Committee’s general recommendation No. 35 (2017)...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"The Committee also remains concerned about the following:... The fact that HIV/AIDS is the leading cause of death among women, with a mortality rate nearly twice as high as men, and that complications from premature births and clandestine abortions are also significant causes of death among women... The Committee calls upon the State Party... To legalize abortion, at least in cases of rape, incest, severe fetal impairment and risk to the health or life of the pregnant woman, and decriminalize abortion in all other cases, in recognition that the criminalization of abortion is a form of gender-based violence against women, in line with the Committee’s general recommendation No. 35 (2017)...more
Nov. 17, 2025, 8:20 a.m.
Countries: Congo
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"140.45 (b). Abortion is prohibited under Congolese law. A training programme in post-abortion care exists for health-care providers. The programme is also integrated into school curricula, including sexual and reproductive rights" (9).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"140.45 (b). Abortion is prohibited under Congolese law. A training programme in post-abortion care exists for health-care providers. The programme is also integrated into school curricula, including sexual and reproductive rights" (9).
Nov. 17, 2025, 8:11 a.m.
Countries: Brunei
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Miscarriage of pregnancy. 161. (1) Any person who voluntarily causes the miscarriage of the pregnancy of a women is guilty of an offence and shall be liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $12,000, imprisonment for a term not exceeding 3 years or both. (2) For the purposes of this section and sections 162, 163, 164, “pregnancy” means something in the womb of a pregnant woman that has not developed into a foetus. Attempt to cause miscarriage of pregnancy. 162. Any person who attempts to commit or attempts to cause the commission of the offence of miscarriage of pregnancy is guilty of an offence and shall be liable on...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Miscarriage of pregnancy. 161. (1) Any person who voluntarily causes the miscarriage of the pregnancy of a women is guilty of an offence and shall be liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $12,000, imprisonment for a term not exceeding 3 years or both. (2) For the purposes of this section and sections 162, 163, 164, “pregnancy” means something in the womb of a pregnant woman that has not developed into a foetus. Attempt to cause miscarriage of pregnancy. 162. Any person who attempts to commit or attempts to cause the commission of the offence of miscarriage of pregnancy is guilty of an offence and shall be liable on...more