New Mexico, abortion and Supreme Court

New Mexico is a go-to state for women seeking abortions. A new court ruling helps it stay that way
The New Mexico Supreme Court has struck down abortion restrictions by conservative cities and counties at the request of the state attorney general.
New Mexico Supreme Court strikes down local abortion restrictions
The New Mexico Supreme Court on Thursday ruled against several local ordinances in the state that aim to restrict distribution of the abortion pill. In a unanimous opinion, the court said the ordinances invade the legislature's authority to regulate reproductive care.
New Mexico Supreme Court rules local governments cannot restrict abortion services
The New Mexico Supreme Court ruled state law prevents local governments from restricting abortion or regulating abortion clinics and providers.
Abortion restrictions are struck down by New Mexico Supreme Court
The New Mexico Supreme Court on Thursday struck down abortion restrictions by conservative cities and counties at the request of the state attorney general. The unanimous opinion reinforces the state’s position as having some of the most liberal abortion laws in the country.
Alert: New Mexico Supreme Court strikes down local ordinances that place restrictions on abortion access
New Mexico Supreme Court strikes down local ordinances that place restrictions on abortion access. Got a question? Put a reporter on it. Ever think of a question that you wish someone would answer? Let us know and we may be able to look into it for you.
NM Supreme Court strikes down anti-abortion ordinances adopted by local governments
The New Mexico Supreme Court ruled Thursday that local governments cannot restrict abortion services, striking down ordinances adopted by Clovis, Hobbs and two eastern New Mexico counties.

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