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Arizona Abortion Laws
Explanation of Chart and More Information on Abortion Laws
| Code Section | 13-3603; 36-2152 |
| Statutory Definition of Illegal Abortion | By drug, instrument with intent to procure miscarriage (unless necessary to save mother's life). Partial Birth Abortion: Felony unless to save the life of the mother if no other medical procedure would save the mother's life |
| Statutory Definition of Legal Abortion | Necessary to preserve life of mother |
| Penalty for Unlawful Abortion | Imprisonment 2 to 5 years |
| Consent Requirements | Written consent of one parent or legal guardian if unmarried or unemancipated patient is under 18, except by court order or medical emergency |
| Residency Requirements for Patients | - |
| Physician Licensing Requirements | - |
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