S.D. Codified Laws § 34-23A-69

Current through the 2024 Legislative Session

Section 34-23A-69 - Abortion of unborn child capable of feeling pain prohibited-Felony-Exceptions

It is a Class 6 felony to intentionally or recklessly perform, or attempt to perform, an abortion of an unborn child capable of feeling pain unless it is a medical emergency. No penalty may be assessed against the woman upon whom the abortion is performed, or attempted to be performed.

SDCL 34-23A-69

SL 2016, ch 180, §3; SL 2017, ch 161, §1.

Amended by S.L. 2017, ch. 161,s. 1, eff. 7/1/2017.

Added by S.L. 2016, ch. 180,s. 2, eff. 7/1/2016.