COLUMBUS, Ohio-Ohio abortion clinics are now able to offer same-day services after a judge temporarily blocked the state’s 24-hour waiting period law. This decision by Franklin County Court of Common Pleas Judge David Young, which follows the legalization of abortion access in 2023, removes previous requirements for two in-person appointments with a mandatory waiting period between them. The ruling also halts the requirement for doctors to provide specific information to patients, including medical risks and gestational age details. This change is seen as a significant relief for patients who previously faced scheduling difficulties and multiple trips.
