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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(1) If a physician performs or induces an abortion because of a medical emergency pursuant to subdivision (3)(a) of section 71-6915, the physician shall certify in writing that a medical emergency existed and explain the medical emergency in the written certification. The physician shall keep the written certification in the woman's medical record.
(2) If a physician performs or induces an abortion in the case of sexual assault or incest pursuant to subdivision (3)(b) or (c) of section 71-6915, the physician shall certify in writing that the abortion was performed because of sexual assault or incest and that the physician complied with all applicable duties imposed by section 28-902. The physician shall keep the written certification in the woman's medical record.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Nebraska Revised Statutes Chapter 71. Public Health and Welfare § 71-6916. Medical emergency; sexual assault or incest; written certification - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ne/chapter-71-public-health-and-welfare/ne-rev-st-sect-71-6916/
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