Nevada Supreme Court blocks enforcement of teen abortion notification law, expanding access

The Nevada Supreme Court issued a unanimous order on May 28 that temporarily halts the enforcement of the state’s 1985 parental notification requirement for abortions. The preliminary injunction allows minors to obtain abortion services without having to inform a parent or guardian while the case proceeds through lower courts.

The law, which had been dormant after the 2022 overturn of Roe v. Wade, was revived in July 2025 and required teens to notify a caregiver before an abortion. A lawsuit filed by a Nevada physician and Planned Parenthood challenged the rule, arguing it created unnecessary barriers for minors.

Even in states that protect abortion rights, many adolescents face obstacles such as parental consent or notification mandates. The Nevada ruling is seen as a significant step toward reducing those hurdles and improving equitable access for young patients.