Abortion laws in Maryland
Maryland does not ban abortion.
Data last updated .
How far into pregnancy
- There is no ban based on how far along the pregnancy is.
Waiting periods and clinic visits
- There is no required waiting period, and you can get care in one visit.
Abortion pills by telehealth
- You can get abortion pills through a telehealth (video or online) visit, with no in-person visit needed.
If you're under 18
- If you're under 18, a parent or legal guardian must be told before the abortion.
- In some situations, a doctor can waive the parent requirement.
- Good to know: While Maryland law requires parental notification, it is effectively not required as providers can waive notice upon determining that the minor is mature and capable of providing informed consent.
Insurance coverage
- Medicaid (public health insurance) pays for abortion when it is medically necessary.
- Private health plans regulated by the state must cover abortion.
Legal protections
- The state constitution was amended to protect abortion rights.
- State law protects the right to abortion.
- State law protects the privacy of reproductive health information.
Get help
- Find a provider near you: AbortionFinder
- Find verified clinics: I Need an A
- Free, confidential legal help: Repro Legal Helpline · 844-868-2812
- Help paying for care: National Abortion Federation Hotline · 1-800-772-9100
- Medical questions about abortion or miscarriage: M+A Hotline · 1-833-246-2632
This is a summary of state law, not legal advice. Laws change, and an update to this data can also be a correction.