Posts Tagged Purvi Patel

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By Jacqui Germain • 8 years ago

Woman Sentenced to 20 Years for Having an Abortion Appeals Her Ruling

Purvi Patel, the Indiana woman currently serving 20 years for having an illegal abortion, finally had the opportunity to appeal her case in front of the Indiana State Court of Appeals on Monday. Patel is the first woman in the U.S. to be convicted for having an illegal abortion and, if her conviction is upheld, it could present a tremendous uphill battle for reproductive justice advocates.

Purvi Patel, the Indiana woman currently serving 20 years for having an illegal abortion, finally had the opportunity to appeal her case in front of the Indiana State Court of Appeals on Monday. Patel is the first ...
By Alexandra Brodsky • 8 years ago

Daily Feminist Cheat Sheet

Young Chicago woman challenges immigration authorities for labeling her a “public safety concern” over participation in peaceful civil disobedience.

Eleven states are investing huge time and resources in order to deny trans rights.

Young Chicago woman challenges immigration authorities for labeling her a “public safety concern” over participation in peaceful civil disobedience.

Eleven states are investing huge time and resources in order to deny trans rights.