Why You Need to Read This Article on Criminalizing Pregnancy After Dobbs

Since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022, more than 400 people have been charged with pregnancy-related crimes, according to a new report covered in Elisha Brown’s article for States Newsroom.

The charges include child endangerment, neglect, and even abuse of a corpse—often based on substance use, miscarriage, or simply seeking abortion-related information. In many cases, health care providers shared patient information with law enforcement.

One especially disturbing story is Brittany Watts, a woman who miscarried at home and was taken from the hospital in handcuffs. She’s now suing for civil rights violations.

This isn’t just about abortion—it’s about criminalizing pregnancy, punishing addiction instead of treating it, and turning doctors into reporters for the state.

There are signs of hope: states like New York, Washington, and Massachusetts are passing laws to protect pregnant people. But this growing trend needs national attention—now.

📰 Read the full article: “Prosecutors charged hundreds with pregnancy-related child abuse crimes post-Dobbs” by Elisha Brown, Sept. 30, 2025. (States Newsroom)