Emergency Abortions and New System of Permissions

Emergency Abortions and New System of Permissions

March 11, 2024

We are going to throw the light on “Emergency Abortions and New System of Permissions”.  United Arab Emirates, do amend the laws, every year, in order to serve, the people very well. It is also mandatory to upgrade the laws after some time for a good civil society and peace. A recent amendment in UAE Law, allows an ease to medical professionals to setup the medical aid where abortion can be practiced if the life of a mother is at high risk. It allows a pregnant woman, to take care of her health and life. Previously such relaxed options were not available. The recent amendments have made it easier. But the recent amendment permits a woman to take decisions about giving birth or going through abortion, when, the life of a mother is in danger. It also reflects the interest of a UAE government to improve the life of the women living in United Arab Emirates. When Fetus Deformation is also proved then doctors have right to take the decision of abortion, as per the new Law. Let’s discuss it in details:

Permission granted to Women

New UAE Law grants permission to women. The law is about Emergency Abortions and New System of Permissions. The decision regarding this needs to be taken from a woman. It is not essential that his husband has to provide the permission for this process. For an abortion operation, woman has been granted permission to share her personal consent. Doctors are also granted option to take an immediate decision if the abortion is needed when it is felt that life of a woman is at high risk and she needs urgent medical treatment. The restriction of 120 Days abortion from gestation, has also been lifted. It was a restriction before when abortion was not allowed for up to 120 days since the first date of gestation. Its is no more applicable as well in case of emergency. Let us also clear that abortion was allowed before, only when there was a serious risk of life loss or fetus had some serious issues, could have only been treated with abortion. Find more about According to Law Here.

So, What’s the New?

We come to know that the new law grants the option to woman to take the decision instead of husband. We come to know that doctors are also given the permission to take a decision as per the situation. The implementation of new law has removed the old concepts and laws and it is much favorable for a pregnant woman. The recent new laws about a baby without a wedlock (only for non-Muslims) also provide relaxations the months and couples. Emergency abortions and New System of Permissions, are in great favor of women.

Illegal activity is still punishable

Because abortion is not allowed in ISLAM, therefore this is also mentioned in the new cabinet decision that if any illegal activity, approach, or bluffing to medical support is found then penalties will also be implemented. These penalties can be imprisonment and fines. The new amendment is just to support the women in UAE and to make sure that they are enjoying good health. Apart from that, it is also made clear through the recent changes in law that a law does exist, if it is found that, abortion is planned on totally illegal grounds. This law will deal the accused very strictly. Our Advocates and Legal Consultants can help you understanding any type of new and old law implemented in UAE. We do help the clients in result driven court legal services as well. Book your legal appointment today.

Ending Note

The clarification and explanations are always needed. Therefore, it is also advised that consult the relevant experts before you move to next level. Next level means either you make up your mind or you step inside the court. When new law comes the its explanations are also available online, but it is good to consult the, relevant experts before getting in to a decision. The experts guide you about the law, its implementations, its consequences, its benefits and much more.