Michigan suspends abortion ban ahead of Roe vs Wade ruling

A judge has suspended Michigan’s ban on abortion, saying it violates the state constitution.

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The dormant law makes it a crime to assist in an abortion. It has been on the books since 1931.

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However, it had no practical effect since the US Supreme Court legalized abortion in 1973.

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A leaked draft shows the SC is poised to overturn Roe vs Wade this summer, leaving abortion issues to each state.

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Without Roe vs Wade ruling, abortion would have become illegal in Michigan if the 1931 law was enforced.

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The judge wanted to uphold abortion rights in Michigan regardless of what happens with Roe vs Wade.

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The average cost of medical abortion is around $500. The cost of surgical abortion ranges from $500 to $3,000.

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