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North Dakota Supreme Court Blocks Enforcement of Abortion Ban Amid Ongoing Appeal

The North Dakota Supreme Court rules the state's abortion ban cannot be enforced during the appeal process after a prior ruling deemed it unconstitutional.

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  1. Court rules North Dakota's overturned abortion ban won't be in effect during appeal

    The North Dakota Supreme Court's decision to keep the abortion ban blocked illustrates the ongoing struggle over reproductive rights in the state, highlighting the urgency of access to abortion amidst a backdrop of conflicting legal battles and public health concerns.

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  2. North Dakota’s overturned abortion ban won’t be in effect during appeal, court rules

    The decision to keep the abortion ban blocked reflects a recognition of the urgent need for accessible healthcare for pregnant individuals facing perilous situations, underscoring the shamefulness of the state's attempts to enforce a law deemed unconstitutional.

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  3. North Dakota's Overturned Abortion Ban on Hold During Appeal

    The ongoing legal battle surrounding North Dakota's abortion ban reveals a troubling disregard for women's health and rights, highlighting the urgent need for accessible reproductive care in the state.

    North Dakota's Overturned Abortion Ban on Hold During Appeal

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Updated: Jan 25th, 2025, 12:05 AM ET

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North Dakota's highest court has ruled that the state's abortion ban will not be enforced while it appeals a prior ruling that deemed the ban unconstitutional. The state has had no abortion providers since 2022, leaving North Dakotans with limited access to abortion only for serious health risks. Arguments for a stay on the ban were rejected by the court, emphasizing the constitutional implications involved. The ruling is seen as a crucial moment in the ongoing dispute surrounding abortion laws in the state, which had been revised following the Roe v. Wade overturning.

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