Florida
Nearby States: Maryland, North Carolina
May 14, 2025
On May 14, 2025, a court in Florida decided that the judicial bypass process that lets young people ask a judge for permission to get an abortion without involving a parent is unconstitutional. The court case is not over yet. If you are under age 18, call us at 844-868-2812 to understand if and how this decision affects you.
6-Week Ban
Abortion available until 6 weeks of pregnancy
24 hour mandatory waiting period before abortion
Ban on telehealth
Under age 18, must have parental consent or judicial waiver
Abortion available until 6 weeks
- Except in emergencies, anyone having an abortion in Florida must:
- get counseling in person with the abortion provider; and
- wait 24 hours before their appointment.
- Abortions after 6 weeks are available only if:
- necessary to protect the life or health of the pregnant person; or
- there is a severe fetal anomaly.
- You can learn more about emergency medical treatment under Getting the medical care you need on our Legal Rights and Risk page.
- No matter your age, you have the constitutional right to travel to another state where abortions are still being legally provided.
Self-managed abortion is not a crime in Florida. But what the law says and what happens in reality can be very different. If you have questions about your legal rights and risk, call 844-868-2812 or contact us through our secure form to speak with a lawyer.
To find an abortion provider, go to abortionfinder.org or ineedana.com.
An abortion fund or a practical support organization is an organization that can help pay for all or some of the costs of getting an abortion. Some funds only pay for the procedure. Others only pay for costs like travel, hotel, or childcare. Most require that you have an appointment at a clinic first. To find an abortion fund, go to:
Consent and Notification
If you are under 18 years old
- You have the right to get an abortion, but you must have the consent (written permission) of one parent or a legal guardian. The abortion provider must also tell your parent or legal guardian about your decision to have an abortion at least 48 hours before your appointment. This is called parental notice.
- On May 14, 2025, a court in Florida decided that the judicial bypass process that lets young people ask a judge for permission to get an abortion without involving a parent is unconstitutional. The court case is not over yet. If you cannot or do not want to involve a parent or legal guardian in your decision, call 844-868-2812 or contact us through our secure form to speak with a lawyer about your legal rights.
You also have the right to travel to a state that does not have parental involvement laws.
To find an abortion provider, go to abortionfinder.org or ineedana.com.
An abortion fund or a practical support organization is an organization that can help pay for all or some of the costs of getting an abortion. Some funds only pay for the procedure. Others only pay for costs like travel, hotel, or childcare. Most require that you have an appointment at a clinic first. To find an abortion fund, go to: