This bill seeks to amend the West Virginia Code by removing exceptions for obtaining an abortion in cases of rape and incest. Specifically, it proposes to delete provisions that currently allow adults and minors to seek an abortion within certain timeframes if their pregnancy results from sexual assault or incest, provided they report the incident to law enforcement or receive medical treatment. The existing law permits these exceptions under specific conditions, which would no longer apply if this bill is enacted.

In addition to the removal of these exceptions, the bill introduces new requirements for performing abortions. It stipulates that abortions must not utilize the partial birth abortion procedure and must be conducted in a licensed hospital by a medical professional with hospital privileges in West Virginia. These changes aim to tighten the regulations surrounding abortion procedures in the state, reflecting a significant shift in the legal landscape regarding reproductive rights.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-2R-3