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The Interstate Commerce Of Abortion: A Constitutional Argument For The Federal Invalidation Of Restrictive State Abortion Laws, Kaiya Amelia Lyons
The Interstate Commerce Of Abortion: A Constitutional Argument For The Federal Invalidation Of Restrictive State Abortion Laws, Kaiya Amelia Lyons
Kaiya Amelia Lyons
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Book Review: Abortion, Stanley Green
Book Review: Abortion, Stanley Green
Akron Law Review
This work undertakes an examination of the social and legal problems associated with abortion in the United States today. Lader begins by discussing an incident which attracted considerable newspaper coverage in 1962-Sherri Finkbine's futile efforts to obtain a legal abortion in America after taking the drug thalidomide, which gravely deforms the fetus in a high percentage of cases.The author expresses regret that an American doctor did not perform an abortion upon Mrs. Finkbine and then inform the authorities of his action, thereby making the matter a test case. Lader feels that much good would have been accomplished by having the …
Parents, Judges, And A Minor's Abortion Decision: Third Party Participation And The Evolution Of A Judicial Alternative, William Green
Parents, Judges, And A Minor's Abortion Decision: Third Party Participation And The Evolution Of A Judicial Alternative, William Green
Akron Law Review
This article will examine the Supreme Court's modification of Roe v. Wade to permit third party participation in a minor's abortion decision-making: how it originated, what direction it has taken and at whose initiative, and what issues remain. This article will argue that the Court's difficulty in resolving this issue resulted from the justices' disagreement over what recognition, if any, should be given to the minor-related interests that states have asserted to support third party involvement. This article will also argue that the Court's eventual ability to reach agreement was due primarily to the policy leadership of Justice Powell. Part …
The Case Of Beatriz: An Outcry To Amend El Salvador’S Abortion Ban, Jonathan Alvarez
The Case Of Beatriz: An Outcry To Amend El Salvador’S Abortion Ban, Jonathan Alvarez
Pace International Law Review
This Note examines the evolution of El Salvador’s existing penal code, specifically focusing on the abortion legislation. Further, it examines the significance of The Case of Beatriz and it suggests reform for El Salvador’s government to include exceptions in their penal code, similar to exceptions available in the United States, to provide women with access to safe abortions in extreme circumstances. Part II will illustrate the struggle that women face in El Salvador. Part III will briefly explore the historical background of the current Penal Code, exclusively the abortion ban. Part IV will also discuss women’s rights violated by the …
Abortion Rights, Michael C. Dorf