Fifty-seven percent of Floridians voted to remove government interference with abortion, yet state lawmakers have ignored the will of the people. Florida’s Governor and legislature continue to force a dangerous near-total abortion ban that went into effect on May 1, 2024. This extreme abortion ban criminalizes abortion before many people even realize they are pregnant. It disregards personal autonomy, undermines medical professionals, and endangers lives. Floridians made their voices clear: abortion should be a private medical decision, not a political debate.
The ACLU of Florida will never stop fighting for our freedom to make personal medical decisions without government interference. These resources will help you learn more about your rights in Florida and how to protect them.
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Current Status: Florida currently has a near-total abortion ban in effect, making it virtually impossible for most people to access an abortion in Florida.
When did this extreme abortion ban go into effect in Florida? May 1, 2024.
Who does the abortion ban affect? This dangerous abortion ban will impact you or anyone you know needing access to an abortion in Florida.
THE TRUTH ABOUT FLORIDA’S 6-WEEK ABORTION BAN
Can I access an abortion up to six weeks after learning I’m pregnant? No. This extreme ban outlaws abortion before many people even realize they are pregnant.
Is it six weeks from conception? No. The law starts counting from the first day of your last menstrual period, meaning you could be considered “6 weeks pregnant” just two weeks after a missed period.
What does this mean in practice? The law makes it virtually impossible to:
Abortion Medication & Telehealth Bans
Exceptions Do Not Protect Pregnant Patients
Criminalization of Abortion
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Floridians Support Abortion Access
Abortion is Safe
People from All Walks of Life Get Abortions
Millions of Women and Girls Face Barriers to Abortion Care
Don’t Fall for Disinformation
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS & LEGAL PROTECTION
Protect Yourself When Seeking an Abortion
Minors Seeking an Abortion
Undocumented & Incarcerated Individuals
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Who Voted for Florida’s Abortion Ban?
How Did We Get Here?
What Does Abortion Access Look Like Now?
Your Rights to Abortion in Florida
Costs & Financial Assistance
Legal & Medical Support
How You Can Help
The people of Florida have spoken. It’s time for our leaders to listen.