Nevada can enforce dormant 1985 law requiring parental notification of abortion, judge rules

Rio Yamat, Associated Press

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | 10:20 p.m.

A long-dormant 1985 state law in Nevada — requiring parents or guardians to be notified before a minor undergoes an abortion — can be enforced, a federal judge ruled Monday.

U.S. District Court Judge Anne Traum in Nevada said in a written decision that the 40-year-old law can take effect on April 30, but the judge also left open the possibility for abortion rights advocates to seek a court order blocking its reinstatement while they challenge the law's constitutionality. read more...