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Washington, D.C.

Abortion in Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C. Abortion Laws

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no state-required delays
Some states require a waiting period – a delay of hours or days – before a pregnant person can have an abortion in that state. **Washington, D.C. does not require you to go through a waiting period before getting an abortion.**
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parental involvement not required
**Parental involvement is not required in Washington, D.C..** If you're younger than 18, you can consent to an abortion and do not have to notify your parents.
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no limit on pregnancy stage
There is no law limiting the availability of abortion based on how far along in pregnancy you are. Check with each abortion provider to find out what their limits are.

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