BREAKING: Mikie Sherrill shields abortion providers, sex-change doctors from out-of-state investigations | The Post Millennial– thepostmillennial.com
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A person who physically attempts to prevent someone from entering a clinic or medical office could face up to 18 months in prison and a $10,000 fine.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed legislation Thursday creating new criminal penalties for people who interfere with patients seeking abortions or sex change procedures, while also shielding New Jersey providers from legal action by other states.
The law creates a new offense called “interference with reproductive health care services,” which includes sex change surgeries. A person who physically attempts to prevent someone from entering a clinic or medical office could face up to 18 months in prison and a $10,000 fine.
The bill also prevents state agencies and courts from assisting out-of-state investigations targeting abortions and sex changes in the state, blocking New Jersey officials from taking actions such as arresting someone and issuing subpoenas or search warrants based on out-of-state investigations.