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Call the National Abortion Federation Hotline (1-800-772-9100) for verified West Virginia clinics and travel assistance. West Virginia's legal status: Near-total ban.
- Status: Banned / Severely restricted
- Current rule: Near-total ban
- Nearest protected states: Maryland, Ohio
- West Virginia abortion fund: holler-fund.org
- Verified referrals: NAF hotline 1-800-772-9100
Finding verified care as a West Virginia resident
Because of West Virginia's ban, in-state clinics no longer provide abortion care; residents are typically seen in Maryland, Ohio or via lawful telehealth. Use the NAF hotline (1-800-772-9100) rather than a search engine — it verifies providers and screens out look-alike "crisis pregnancy centers" that advertise heavily to abortion-seekers. See our guide to spotting fake clinics.
West Virginia's legal status, in practice
Abortion is banned or severely restricted in West Virginia (near-total ban). In practice, most people in West Virginia seeking abortion care either use lawful telehealth options, travel to a state where care remains legal, or work with an abortion fund for logistics and financial help. Emergency medical care is a distinct legal category — if you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to an emergency room.
Access in states bordering West Virginia
The nearest states where abortion remains legally protected: Maryland, Ohio. Abortion funds routinely help West Virginia residents with travel — you do not have to arrange it alone.
| State | Status | Current rule |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | Limited | 24-week limit |
| Maryland | Protected | State-law protected |
| Virginia | Limited | Third-trimester limit |
| Kentucky | Banned / Severely restricted | Near-total ban |
| Ohio | Protected | Constitutional amendment 2023 |
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Verified hotlines for West Virginia
- National Abortion Federation: 1-800-772-9100
- Repro Legal Helpline: 1-844-868-2812
- RAINN: 1-800-656-4673
- Crisis Text: HOME to 741741
About this information: Legal status compiled from public state-policy tracking (Guttmacher Institute, KFF), status as of 2026 post-Dobbs; page updated July 17, 2026. Laws change quickly through litigation — always confirm with a verified provider or hotline before making decisions. This page is general information, not legal or medical advice.
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