Abortion in Andorra
Abortion in Andorra
Abortion in Andorra (pronunciation: /əˈbɔːrʃən ɪn ænˈdɔːrə/) refers to the termination of pregnancy in the Principality of Andorra.
Etymology
The term "abortion" originates from the Latin word 'abortio', which means 'to miscarry'. The term "Andorra" is of unknown origin, though it may be derived from a local word for 'shrub-covered land'.
Legal Status
In Andorra, abortion is illegal without any explicit exceptions. This includes cases of rape, incest, threat to the woman's life, physical or mental health, or fetal impairment. The Criminal Code of Andorra criminalizes the act of abortion, with penalties including imprisonment.
Related Terms
- Pregnancy: The state of carrying a developing embryo or fetus within the female body.
- Criminal Code: A document which compiles all, or a significant amount of, a particular jurisdiction's criminal law.
- Rape: A type of sexual assault usually involving sexual intercourse or other forms of sexual penetration carried out against a person without that person's consent.
- Incest: Sexual activity between family members or close relatives.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Abortion in Andorra
- Wikipedia's article - Abortion in Andorra
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