Kentucky HB831 amends abortion laws, including informed consent, medical emergencies, and penalties for violations.
Kentucky HB831 revises abortion laws, requiring informed consent for minors, detailing medical emergencies, and establishing penalties for violations. It mandates that abortions on minors require written consent from both the minor and a parent or legal guardian, with exceptions for court-appointed guardians. It outlines conditions under which abortions can be performed without parental consent, including cases of medical emergencies or lethal fetal anomalies. The bill also specifies penalties for violations, including fines and potential license revocation for physicians.
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