Legal Rights Pregnancy Decisions

Summary

In Illinois, you have the legal right to make decisions about your pregnancy. No one, including an ex-partner, can force you to have an abortion or sue you for your choice. If you have concerns, consider consulting a family law attorney for personalized advice.

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My ex stated that if I ever got pregnant with his child and didn’t have an abortion he would sue me
Hello ****. I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Can you please tell me which country or state you are in? This will help me provide you with the most accurate information.
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I understand that this situation may be confusing. In order to provide the most accurate legal information, could you please let me know which country or state you're currently residing in?
Indiana
Hello ****. It's important to know that in Indiana, no one can legally force you to have an abortion. If you're pregnant and the father disagrees with your decision, he can't sue you for choosing not to have an abortion.
Illinois
Hello ****. In Illinois, similar to Indiana, no one can legally force you to have an abortion. Your ex cannot sue you for choosing not to have an abortion. It's your legal right to make decisions about your body and pregnancy.