Wyoming Judge Rules Abortion Bans Unconstitutional, Upholds Reproductive Rights
TL;DR
A Wyoming state judge has struck down the state's overall abortion ban and its unique prohibition on medication abortions, citing violations of women's rights under the state constitution. The ruling is a win for abortion rights advocates, who have seen similar victories in other states following the overturning of Roe v. Wade. The laws were challenged by women and nonprofits, arguing they harmed health and violated a 2012 state constitutional amendment on healthcare decisions. The decision prevents a planned trial and highlights ongoing legal battles over abortion restrictions in the U.S.
- Judge strikes down Wyoming abortion laws, including an explicit ban on pills to end pregnancy CNN
- Wyoming’s Abortion Bans Are Unconstitutional, Judge Rules The New York Times
- Judge strikes down Wyoming's abortion laws, saying they violate state constitution NBC News
- Abortion To Remain Legal In Wyoming As Judge Blocks Abortion Bans Cowboy State Daily
- Judge strikes down Wyoming’s anti-abortion laws in victory for rights advocates The Guardian US
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