The Georgia Supreme Court has recently ruled that the state’s 6 Week Abortion Ban will stay intact in Georgia for now. It is another victory for anti-abortion proponents in the state as the Court ruled, 6-1, that the ban did not violate a woman’s privileges under the state’s constitution.
The 6 Week Abortion Ban was passed by the state legislature and signed into law by the governor earlier this year. Under the law, abortions would be banned after the detection of a fetal heartbeat, which happens at around 6 weeks from conception. Those found to be in violation of the law would be subject to criminal penalties.
The ban has been met with significant backlash from abortion-rights proponents, who argue that it is an unconstitutional violation of a woman’s right to choose. They have consistently argued that the ban is too restrictive and would effectively prohibit abortions in Georgia.
In response to the ruling, abortion-rights advocates have pledged to continue to fight for a woman’s right to choose and are considering filing an appeal.
Despite the court’s decision to keep the 6 Week Abortion Ban in place, abortion will still be available in Georgia for women in the state, as the law does not currently address any forms of abortion provided later in the pregnancy. Additionally, abortions will still be lawful in cases of rape, incest, or if the woman’s health is at risk.
Overall, the legal battle over abortion in Georgia is far from over, and the fate of the 6 Week Abortion Ban will most likely continue to be a major political issue in the state for years to come. This decision, however, serves as a temporary victory for those who oppose abortion rights in the state and could potentially have a major impact on women’s rights for years to come.