West Virginia SB599 prohibits the use of abortifacients and establishes criminal penalties for violations, while also mandating informed consent for.

West Virginia SB599 aims to prohibit the use of abortifacients, substances intended to cause an abortion, and establishes criminal penalties for violations. The bill also mandates that licensed medical professionals obtain informed consent from patients before performing an abortion. This includes providing detailed information about the risks, alternatives, and resources available for pregnant women. The bill further outlines exceptions, such as when a licensed medical professional prescribes an abortifacient for a legitimate medical reason.

West Virginia SB599 prohibits the use of abortifacients and establishes criminal penalties for violations, while also mandating informed consent for.

West Virginia SB599 aims to prohibit the use of abortifacients, substances intended to cause an abortion, and establishes criminal penalties for violations. The bill also mandates that licensed medical professionals obtain informed consent from patients before performing an abortion. This includes providing detailed information about the risks, alternatives, and resources available for pregnant women. The bill further outlines exceptions, such as when a licensed medical professional prescribes an abortifacient for a legitimate medical reason.