Indiana’s commonsense pro-life laws are consistent with provisions of the Indiana Constitution, the Indiana Court of Appeals ruled today, handing yet another legal victory to Attorney General Todd Rokita and his team of litigators as they fight for unborn children and women’s health.
“This ruling is a resounding victory for life and the rule of law in Indiana,” Attorney General Rokita said. “Our unwavering commitment to protecting the most vulnerable and upholding our state’s values will continue to guide this office. The overwhelming majority of Hoosiers stand with us in defending the sanctity of life and the health of women across our state.”
Indiana law currently permits abortion in three circumstances: (1) when an abortion is necessary either to save the woman’s life or to prevent a serious health risk to her; (2) when there is a lethal fetal anomaly; or (3) when the pregnancy resulted from rape or incest.
In cases where an abortion is permitted, the law states, it must be performed in a hospital or ambulatory surgical center. The appeals court decision therefore means Planned Parenthood may not resume performing the procedure in its clinics.
Attorney General Rokita thanked members of his legal team who worked on this appeal. Specifically, he named Solicitor General James A. Barta, Deputy Solicitor General Jenna M. Lorence, Deputy Attorney General Katelyn E. Doering and former Deputy Attorney General John M. Vastag.
