Mexico’s Supreme Court has made a historic and significant decision by ruling that abortion is not a crime. This ruling has far-reaching implications, as it effectively invalidates the section of the federal penal code that previously criminalized abortion, as confirmed by the Information Group for Chosen Reproduction (GIRE).
The implications of this ruling are profound. It ensures that women, pregnant individuals, and healthcare workers in Mexico can no longer face punishment for seeking or providing abortion services. Furthermore, it establishes the legality of abortion and places an obligation on federal public health services and institutions to provide abortion services upon request.
This landmark decision represents a significant step toward ensuring reproductive rights and access to safe and legal abortion services in Mexico. It reflects a growing recognition of the importance of reproductive freedom and the right to make choices about one’s own body and healthcare.
