North Dakota

Abortion is subject to a NEAR-TOTAL BAN in North Dakota. 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.

North Dakota 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, and incest (with documentation). Exceptions are procedurally strict.

North Dakota 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 North Dakota 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.

North Dakota's trigger ban was challenged in state court but the North Dakota Supreme Court upheld it in 2023, finding no state constitutional right to abortion. The Fargo clinic relocated to Moorhead, Minnesota.

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