Planned Parenthood of Southeastern Pennsylvania v. Casey (1992)

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Why did Planned Parenthood sue the State of Pennsylvania? What did they say this law was violating?
Planned Parenthood sued because they argued the law violated Roe v. Wade.
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Who won the case in Planned Parenthood of Southeastern Pennsylvania v. Casey?
The State of Pennsylvania won the case.
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What is the "undue burden" standard created by the Supreme Court in Planned Parenthood of Southeastern Pennsylvania v. Casey?
The "undue burden" standard asks whether a state abortion regulation imposes a substantial obstacle in the path of a woman seeking an abortion before the fetus attains viability. If it does, the regulation is unconstitutional.
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Which part of the Pennsylvania abortion law did the Court find unconstitutional under the "undue burden" standard?
The court found that the requirement for a married woman to notify her husband was unconstitutional because it imposed an undue burden.
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What provisions did the Pennsylvania abortion law include?

  • Informed consent

  • 24-hour waiting period prior to the procedure

  • Married women must notify their husbands

  • Minors must notify at least one parent for consent