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In Bahrain, abortion is technically permitted, according to the Penal Code of 20 March 1976.<ref>[https://www.unodc.org/res/cld/document/bhr/1976/bahrain_penal_code_html/Bahrain_Penal_Code_1976.pdf Bahrain Penal Code, 1976]</ref> This means that all reasons for abortion are technically permitted, since the official reasons for abortion are not delineated in the Penal Code. However, the reality of abortion availability is a bit more complicated. For an abortion to be legally permitted, a panel of physicians must approve of the abortion. Furthermore, only a licensed physician may perform the abortion.<ref>[http://www.un.org/esa/population/publications/abortion/profiles.htm Abortion Policies, A Global Review - Bahrain (United Nations Report]</ref> If someone receives an abortion without the advice and assistance of a doctor, they may receive a 6-month jail term or a fine of up to BD 50. | In Bahrain, abortion is technically permitted and available upon request, according to the Penal Code of 20 March 1976.<ref>[https://www.unodc.org/res/cld/document/bhr/1976/bahrain_penal_code_html/Bahrain_Penal_Code_1976.pdf Bahrain Penal Code, 1976]</ref> This means that all reasons for abortion are technically permitted, since the official reasons for abortion are not delineated in the Penal Code. However, the reality of abortion availability is a bit more complicated. For an abortion to be legally permitted, a panel of physicians must approve of the abortion. Furthermore, only a licensed physician may perform the abortion.<ref>[http://www.un.org/esa/population/publications/abortion/profiles.htm Abortion Policies, A Global Review - Bahrain (United Nations Report]</ref> If someone receives an abortion without the advice and assistance of a doctor, they may receive a 6-month jail term or a fine of up to BD 50..<ref>[https://www.unodc.org/res/cld/document/bhr/1976/bahrain_penal_code_html/Bahrain_Penal_Code_1976.pdf Bahrain Penal Code, 1976]</ref> | ||
While abortion is legal in Bahrain, this does not mean that everyone who wants an abortion receives one through legal channels. In fact, it's reportedly rather common for women in Bahrain to seek out underground abortions or to seek out abortions overseas. In some cases, this is due to their inability to be approved for an abortion by licensed medical providers. Often times, this is due to the social stigma, community pressures, and shame related to abortions and premarital sex. As a result, people may receive abortions from clandestine providers or purchase "abortion pills," which are sometimes pills for gastric ulcers, on the black market.<ref>[http://www.tradearabia.com/news/HEAL_175194.html Bahrain women in high-risk abortions]</ref> These tactics can be risky, since they are unregulated, and may lead to health issues. Furthermore, the distributors of "abortion pills" and providers of clandestine abortions may not be properly trained or informed regarding medical procedures. Finally, there are also women who seek out abortions overseas, where they can be provided with medical care outside of Bahrain. | While abortion is legal in Bahrain, this does not mean that everyone who wants an abortion receives one through legal channels. In fact, it's reportedly rather common for women in Bahrain to seek out underground abortions or to seek out abortions overseas. In some cases, this is due to their inability to be approved for an abortion by licensed medical providers. Often times, this is due to the social stigma, community pressures, and shame related to abortions and premarital sex. As a result, people may receive abortions from clandestine providers or purchase "abortion pills," which are sometimes pills for gastric ulcers, on the black market.<ref>[http://www.tradearabia.com/news/HEAL_175194.html Bahrain women in high-risk abortions]</ref> These tactics can be risky, since they are unregulated, and may lead to health issues. Furthermore, the distributors of "abortion pills" and providers of clandestine abortions may not be properly trained or informed regarding medical procedures. Finally, there are also women who seek out abortions overseas, where they can be provided with medical care outside of Bahrain. | ||