Is abortion legal in Kentucky?

Kentucky reproductive law: Near-total ban.

Where can I get help in Kentucky?

Call the National Abortion Federation hotline 1-800-772-9100, or visit abortionfunds.org for a verified abortion fund. The Repro Legal Helpline (1-844-868-2812) provides free legal advice.

Reproductive Rights in Kentucky

Crisis hotlines

National Abortion Federation: 1-800-772-9100
Repro Legal Helpline: 1-844-868-2812
RAINN (Sexual Assault): 1-800-656-4673
Crisis Text: Text HOME to 741741

Verified fund

Donate or get help

abortionfunds.org

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Self-managed care

Plan C tracks abortion-pill access state by state.

Aid Access provides telehealth abortion-pill services.

Always check the Repro Legal Helpline for legal questions.

Kentucky in the news

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New Kentucky Media Campaign Fights Back Against Abortion Ban After Criminal Prosecutions

Ms. Magazine August 11, 2026

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In Rural Appalachia, Abortion Pill Offers Reproductive Choice and Privacy—But Police May See a Crime

Rewire News Group May 5, 2026

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2 nearby states with protected access.

Illinois Protected Indiana Limited Ohio Protected West Virginia Banned / Severely restricted Virginia Limited Tennessee Banned / Severely restricted Missouri Banned / Severely restricted

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