United StatesJudge blocks 2 provisions in North Carolina’s new abortion law; 12-week near-ban remains in place AnnetteOctober 1, 2023 The July 1 ban on most abortions after 12 weeks isn’t being directly challenged in court and remains enforceable. Abortion BanAbortion CareAbortion PillsAbortion RightsHealthcarelegislationNorth CarolinaPlanned ParenthoodUnited States