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District of Columbia Abortion Laws



Explanation of Chart and More Information on Abortion Laws

Code Section 22-101, repealed D.C. Law 15-(Act 15-255)
Statutory Definition of Illegal Abortion-
Statutory Definition of Legal Abortion-
Penalty for Unlawful Abortion-
Consent Requirements-
Residency Requirements for Patients-
Physician Licensing Requirements-

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