Prohibits abortion in North Carolina except to save the life of the mother.
The Human Life Protection Act of 2025 prohibits abortion except when necessary to save the life of the mother. It defines abortion as the act of causing the death of an unborn child, excluding birth control devices or oral contraceptives. Exceptions include cases where the abortion is necessary to save the life or preserve the health of the mother. Violations result in criminal and civil penalties. The act becomes effective July 1, 2025.
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