do you need parents permisson for an abortion if you are under 18 years of age?

Answer 1

It depends on where you live. I found this link that might be helpful. Just click on the state where you live and it will explain all of the laws.

http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/clinic/etc/map.html

Answer 2

In the U.S., parental notification and consent laws vary from state to state. In Vermont, Connecticut, New York, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington states as well as Washington DC, a person under 18 can get an abortion without parental consent or notification.

In Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina,
Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming, one or both parents must consent to the abortion. This means that a parent must give permission for someone under 18 to terminate a pregnancy.

Mississippi and North Dakota require that both parents consent.

Parental notification laws are different-they require that a parent is told that a person under 18 is having an abortion, but not that the parent gives permission. Those laws are enforced in Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Nebraska, Oklahoma, South Dakota and West Virginia. Minnesota requires the notification of both parents.

Alaska, California, Idaho and New Mexico have parental consent laws that are not enforced. Illinois, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire and New Jersey have parental notification laws that are not enforced.

Some states have options for minors like judicial bypass,which allows a person to go before a judge who can provide permission instead of a parent or guardian. This is important for people who may fear that they'll be abused or otherwise harmed if they involve parents. Other states allow the notification of a grandparent or sibling who is over 18 instead of a parent.

Medical emergencies are an exception to parental consent and notification laws.

Parental notification and parental consent laws however, have not significantly reduced the number of people under 18 getting abortions.

Answer 3

It varies wildly state by state. In the vast majority of states, you do not need your parents' permission, but many require that your parents be informed. Almost all states have what's called "judicial bypass," meaning that if you are afraid your parents will throw you out, your health is in danger (or, god forbid, a close male relative like a stepfather actually caused your pregnancy), the judge can waive the parental permission requirement. Here is a Web site that breaks down what the law is state by state:
http://www.coolnurse.com/abortion_laws.htm

Answer 4

It varies from state 2 state (If that's what your asking) Some states the child becomes emancipated the moment she becomes pregnant. If you asking a our personal opinion. I don't think its right I think the mother should bring up the options and ultimately let the child choose again depending on the age of course 10-11 its different from a 14+

Answer 5

I am assuming it varies from state to state. I hope children under the age of 18 need a parents permission so the parents know there child is having unprotected sex.

Answer 6

The laws vary from state to state. Call your local planned parenthood, they'll know the laws for your state. I'm not going to judge you but I will make a little suggestion, consider adoption as one of your options too. Good Luck to you.

Answer 7

it is different in every state but in the state i live in u have to be 18 or older or with someone over 18 or with ur parents.

Answer 8

Depending on where you live you might. Every state has different laws for abortion. Check your local clinics to ask. They usually have alot of information on abortion and would be willing to help.

Answer 9

In what state?

Answer 10

Yes. Requirements vary by state, some places consent is required, others they have to be notified but don't necessarily have to consent. Call 800-395-HELP, they'll do a much better job of explaining it than I can!