Is abortion legal in Ohio? Yes.
If you're in Ohio and need an abortion
If you’re 21 weeks, 6 days pregnant or less, it is legal for you to get an abortion in Ohio. Although Ohio bans abortion after 21 weeks, 6 days, many providers stop offering abortion earlier in pregnancy.
If you are under the age of 18, a parent or legal guardian must give you permission to get an abortion in Ohio. If getting the permission of 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 Ohio 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 Ohio, you can also try to search for assistance in the location where your appointment will be.
Ohio Abortion Laws Overview
Our abortion law information is checked and updated daily for accuracy.
no state-required delays
parental involvement required for age 17 or younger
banned after 21 weeks, 6 days
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