Ohio Judge Halts 24-Hour Abortion Waiting Period

Ruling follows 2023 constitutional amendment affirming reproductive rights, sparking state appeal.

Franklin County judge grants preliminary injunction against 24-hour abortion waiting period law.
Decision marks first ruling on the merits of Ohio's 2023 reproductive rights amendment.
Judge David C. Young finds the waiting period law burdens patients and providers.
Attorney General Dave Yost announces plans to appeal the court's decision.
ACLU of Ohio celebrates the ruling as a victory for reproductive freedom.