Abortion Access for Incarcerated People: Incidence of Abortion and Policies at U.S. Prisons and Jails.
Carolyn SufrinRachel K JonesLauren BealWilliam D MosherSuzanne BellPublished in: Obstetrics and gynecology (2021)
Although some incarcerated individuals have abortions, many prisons and jails have restrictive policies surrounding abortion, either through self-payment requirements or explicit prohibition. Findings from this study should prompt further inquiry into abortion incidence in these settings and address interventions to ensure incarcerated people, in accordance with legal requirements and health equity, have access to abortion.