Abortion rights in North Dakota
With abortion access becoming protected in an increasing number of states, a recent poll indicates legislators may get stronger pushback during upcoming elections against restrictions placed on abortion earlier this year, according to results of the poll conducted by the North Dakota News Cooperative.
The poll found that 48% of North Dakotans are opposed to the recent changes in the law, which creates a near total ban on abortions with limited exceptions. Exceptions include rape and incest up to six weeks' gestation, and abortions to treat some medical emergencies such as ectopic pregnancies at any stage of pregnancy. The law makes it a felony to perform abortions after six weeks unless the health or life of the mother is at risk. Just 38% support the law.
