Planned Parenthood sues to halt Utah's 'trigger law' abortion ban
The Planned Parenthood Association of Utah filed a lawsuit Saturday to block the state’s “trigger ban” on abortion, which went into effect shortly after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. The organization is also seeking a temporary restraining order to prevent Utah officials from “enforcing this flagrantly unconstitutional law,” according to a complaint filed with the Salt Lake City-based 3rd District Court.
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Utah’s trigger ban, which the legislature passed in 2020, prohibits abortions with limited exceptions, such as if the procedure is necessary to prevent a pregnant person’s death or if a person is pregnant as a result of incest or rape. A person convicted of violating the trigger law may face one to 15 years in prison, a fine of up to $10,000 or both. According to the lawsuit, the state’s ban harms people experiencing hardship — including poverty, addiction and abusive relationships.
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In addition to naming the state, PPAU listed Gov. Spencer Cox (R), Attorney General Sean Reyes (R) and Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing Director Mark Steinagel as defendants in the lawsuit.
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