A physician who intentionally performs an abortion on a woman in violation of this subchapter commits an offense. An offense under this section is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $10,000. In this section, "intentionally" has the meaning assigned by Section 6.03(a), Penal Code.
Tex. Health & Safety Code § 171.018
OFFENSE
Applied in 1 court decision — leading case Texas Medical Providers Performing Abortion Services v. Lakey (2011)
Most recently applied in Texas Medical Providers Performing Abortion Services v. Lakey (August 2011)
Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 999, Sec. 1, eff
Official source: Texas Constitution and Statutes. Reproduced from public-domain Texas statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.