When you find out you’re pregnant, questions come fast. What are you allowed to do? How much time do you have? What does Georgia law actually say? Between what you hear from friends, read online, or see on social media, it can be hard to know what’s true and what isn’t.
Taking time to get accurate information is one of the most important things you can do right now. At First Choice Georgia, advocates are available to talk through your unique situation in a free and confidential setting. You don’t have to sort through this alone.
Call 912-538-0762 or contact us to schedule an appointment today.
Your Right to Confirm Your Pregnancy First
Before making any decision, you have the right to confirm your pregnancy and learn the details of your specific situation. How far along you are, where the pregnancy is located, and whether you have a viable pregnancy are all factors that can affect both your health and your options under Georgia law.
First Choice Georgia offers lab-quality pregnancy testing along with ultrasounds at no cost. Getting this information is a practical and important first step before any other decisions are made.
What Georgia Law Currently Says About Abortion
Georgia’s Living Infants Fairness and Equality (LIFE) Act prohibits abortion once cardiac activity is detected in an embryo, which typically occurs around six weeks of pregnancy. Because pregnancy is often not recognized early enough, this law can greatly affect which options are available.
There are exceptions under Georgia law, including cases involving a medical emergency, a medically futile pregnancy, or a pregnancy resulting from rape or incest when an official police report has been filed. In cases of rape or incest, the exception applies up to 20 weeks of pregnancy with an official police report.
Your Right to Information Before Any Decision
Under Georgia’s Women’s Right to Know Act, a woman must give voluntary and informed consent at least 24 hours before an abortion can be performed. This means you have a legal right to receive information about the procedure, its risks, and available alternatives before any decision is made. No one can pressure you into a choice.
That right to information covers all your options. Parenting and adoption are paths many women explore, and understanding what each one involves is part of making a decision that fits your life.
If you are an unemancipated minor under 18, Georgia law also requires that a parent or legal guardian receive at least 24 hours’ notice before an abortion is performed. If you’re in that situation, understanding what that process looks like is worth discussing with someone you trust or with an advocate at First Choice Georgia.
Confidential Care Is Your Right
You have the right to seek care in a confidential setting, regardless of your age or circumstances. At First Choice Georgia, your privacy is respected from the moment you arrive. You can speak openly with an advocate about your concerns and questions without pressure or judgment.
If you’d like to bring a partner or someone you trust to your appointment, you’re welcome to do so.
Additional Services Available
Knowing your rights can help you feel more prepared as you think through your situation. If you’re facing an unplanned pregnancy and have questions, call 912-538-0762 or reach out to schedule your free and confidential appointment and speak with an advocate who’s ready to support you.
First Choice Georgia does not provide or refer for abortions.
All abortion law information is accurate at the time of writing.
