Yes. You can get an abortion in North Carolina under the age of 18.

If you are under 18 and have decided to get an abortion in North Carolina, you have two options.

Yes, it is called “judicial waiver.” In North Carolina you can file a petition for judicial waiver of parental consent -

The first step is to Text Abby at . Text Abby is a free text line that can answer any questions you may have about abortion access under 18 in North Carolina and help you through the process if you decide on pursuing a judicial waiver.

The hearing is usually informal and is absolutely confidential. It is not a trial.

The hearing is private. No one is allowed to attend except you, anyone you choose to bring with you, your lawyer, the judge, and possibly the judge’s clerk or secretary.

The judge may want to know that you understand the abortion procedure; that you have thought carefully about your decision; and that no one is forcing you to get an abortion…

The judge must conduct a hearing and decide within seven days of the filing of the petition…

The judge will sign a piece of paper called an “Order” that gives you permission to get an abortion. The Order will stay in a confidential court file and…

You have 24 hours to file an appeal in Superior Court, which must hold a hearing within seven days and make a decision within 48 hours of the hearing. Your lawyer can help you file the appeal.

You are always free to change your mind and decide you do not want an abortion…