Mass. General Laws c.112 § 12P

Abortion performed pursuant to Sec. 12M or 12N; written informed consent; facilities

This is an unofficial version of a Massachusetts General Law. For more information on this topic, please see law about abortion.

Updates

• Amended by St. 2020, c. 263, effective December 29, 2020
• Amended by St. 2026, c. 188, § 3, effective November 8, 2026

Section 12P (effective until November 8, 2026)

Except in an emergency requiring immediate action, an abortion shall not be performed under section 12M or section 12N unless the written informed consent of the proper person has been obtained as set forth in section 12R.

Except in an emergency requiring immediate action, an abortion shall not be performed under section 12N unless performed in a hospital duly authorized to provide facilities for obstetrical services.

Section 12P (effective November 8, 2026)

Except in an emergency requiring immediate action, an abortion shall not be performed under section 12M or section 12N unless the written informed consent of the proper person has been obtained as set forth in section 12R.

Last updated:	August 10, 2026