Missouri Judge Rules Against Strict Abortion Ban Following New Constitutional Amendment

A Missouri judge declares the state's near-total abortion ban unenforceable due to a new constitutional amendment, impacting various abortion restrictions.

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A judge in Missouri ruled that the state's near-total abortion ban is unenforceable due to a newly adopted constitutional amendment protecting abortion rights. While several restrictions were blocked, including a 72-hour waiting period, some laws remain in effect, complicating efforts to resume abortion services in the state. Planned Parenthood expresses discontent, citing licensing challenges. This ruling is anticipated to be a significant step in the ongoing legal battles surrounding abortion laws in Missouri, especially after the 2022 Supreme Court ruling that overturned Roe v. Wade.

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A judge says Missouri's abortion ban isn’t enforceable, but there's no start date for abortions

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Missouri judge rules state’s abortion ban is unenforceable after constitutional amendment

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A Judge Says Missouri's Abortion Ban Isn’t Enforceable, But There's No Start Date For Abortions

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