Indiana

Abortion is subject to a NEAR-TOTAL BAN in Indiana. Abortion is prohibited at virtually all stages of pregnancy, with only very narrow exceptions. Providers face criminal penalties for violations. Patients seeking care typically must travel out of state.

Indiana has a near-total ban that applies from the moment of fertilization or implantation. Surgical and medication abortions are both prohibited except under the state's narrow medical exceptions.

Life of the pregnant person, rape, incest (with documentation), and certain lethal or seriously impairing fetal anomalies.

Indiana requires parental consent for minors seeking an abortion. A judicial bypass option is generally available for minors who cannot involve a parent.

Medication abortion access in Indiana is restricted. Mifepristone or misoprostol may only be dispensed in a clinical setting, or may be prohibited entirely if the state's ban covers medication abortion. Telehealth abortion medication services are generally not available in states with near-total bans or early gestational limits.

Indiana's near-total abortion ban (SB 1) took effect August 2022 and was upheld by the Indiana Supreme Court in 2023. The state constitution was found not to protect abortion rights.

For the most current abortion laws in Indiana, consult the official source at https://www.in.gov/isdh/. Given the rapid pace of legal changes, always verify current law with your healthcare provider or a licensed attorney before making decisions.