In a significant legal move, Texas authorities have arrested midwife Maria Margarita Rojas, charging her with providing illegal abortions. This marks the first instance of criminal charges filed under the state's stringent near-total abortion ban. Attorney General Ken Paxton disclosed that Rojas allegedly operated multiple unauthorized clinics in Houston. Charged with second-degree felony for illegal abortion performance and third-degree felony for practicing medicine without a license, Rojas’ case reflects the state's commitment to enforcing pro-life laws. Her arrest raises concerns about unlicensed medical practices and the implications for women's health care in Texas.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the first criminal charges under the state's strict abortion ban, focusing on a midwife accused of illegal abortions.
Maria Margarita Rojas is charged with performing illegal abortions and practicing medicine without a license, accused of operating at least three illegal clinics.
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