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It's worth pointing out that states like Texas passed a law that allows Texas residents to sue anyone that aids a Texas resident with receiving an abortion.[0]
by thr0wawayf00 4y ago
It's worth pointing out that states like Texas passed a law that allows Texas residents to sue anyone that aids a Texas resident with receiving an abortion.[0]
So if I live in California and my friend from Texas comes out to stay with me while they undergo the procedure, I could be sued under Texas law even though I'm not a Texas resident. It's not as simple as just picking which state you want to live in. Also, picking a new state to live in isn't an option for millions of people.
0: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/07/09/us/abortion-law-regulations-texas.html https://www.nytimes.com/2021/07/09/us/abortion-law-regulatio...
- landemva 4y ago
- thr0wawayf00 4y agoRead the article, they're very explicit about this. Lawsuits are a civil matter, not criminal. Texas is just giving their residents permission to sue anyone that helps a Texas resident get an abortion. If you can't understand the basic concept that you can be sued in another state, there's nothing I can do to help you.