PARENTAL NOTIFICATION LAW FOR MINORS
Minnesota state law requires parental notification of a minor’s decision to have an abortion. A minor is anyone under the age of 18.If the minor chooses to notify her parents, she will:
| • | Bring her certified birth certificate and picture ID to the clinic. |
| • | Bring both biological parents with her to the clinic. Photo ID is required. |
| • | If only one parent can come to the clinic, we need a notarized statement from the absent parent stating awareness of the pregnancy and abortion decision. |
| • | If neither parent is able to come to the clinic, a separate, notarized statement from each parent is required. |
| • | If the parents are not able to obtain a notarized statement, we can send a registered letter to notify them of the abortion appointment. The minor will need to wait at least 72 hours after the letter was mailed before the abortion can be performed. |
| • | If the minor has not had contact with a parent but parental rights have not been terminated, parental notification still applies. |
| • | If a parent is deceased, proof of death is required. |
| • | If a parent is incarcerated, a notarized letter is required |
If the minor chooses to not tell her parents:
| • | Call our clinic to inquire about the judicial by-pass process. In most cases, the court appointment and abortion procedure can be coordinated for the same day. |
Emancipated minor
| • | If a minor is emancipated, we require documented proof. We accept court documents of emancipation, rental agreements, rent receipts and utility statements that are registered in the minor’s name. |
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Minneapolis, MN 55404
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