Is abortion legal in Delaware? Yes.
If you're in Delaware and need an abortion
If your pregnancy has not reached "viability," it is legal for you to get an abortion in Delaware. A health care provider can determine whether a pregnancy has reached viability. Although Delaware allows abortion until viability, many providers stop offering abortion earlier in pregnancy.
If you are under the age of 16, you must notify a parent or legal guardian to get an abortion in Delaware. If notifying a parent or guardian is not an option for you, you can seek a judicial bypass. A judicial bypass allows you to waive the requirement for parental involvement. If you're a minor who would like help navigating the judicial bypass process, contact the If/When/How Repro Legal Helpline. To contact the Helpline, call 844-868-2812 or submit a request online.
You can leave Delaware and get an abortion out of state.
Use our abortion provider search to find a provider. If you’re having trouble getting an appointment or need other help related to getting an abortion, call the NAF (National Abortion Federation) Hotline at 1-800-772-9100.
Find assistance for cost, travel, and more.
A variety of assistance resources are available depending on where you’re located. These organizations may offer one or all of the following: funding for your abortion, support for travel, childcare, lodging, and more. Please note that most require you to have scheduled an appointment before you can start applying for assistance.
If you schedule an appointment outside of Delaware, you can also try to search for assistance in the location where your appointment will be.
Delaware Abortion Laws Overview
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no state-required delays
parental involvement required for age 15 or younger
legal until viability
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