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3210 – Determination Of Gestational Age | Pennsylvania Law

Pennsylvania law mandates gestational age determination before abortion, with reporting requirements and penalties for non-compliance or falsification.

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Pennsylvania State Law

3210 – Determination Of Gestational Age

Pennsylvania Title 18 - Crimes and Offenses § 3210

Summary

Pennsylvania law requires physicians to determine the probable gestational age of an unborn child before performing an abortion, except in medical emergencies. Physicians must conduct appropriate inquiries and examinations, and report their findings. Failure to comply can result in professional misconduct charges and license suspension, with intentional falsification being a misdemeanor.

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In simple terms: Pennsylvania law mandates gestational age determination before abortion, with reporting requirements and penalties for non-compliance or falsification.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.