Thursday, February 23, 2023

Can a Fetus be Illegally Detained? A Florida Lawyer Argues in Court

 From the Guardian, February 23, 2023

[Florida] Lawyer argues fetus of jailed pregnant woman is being illegally detained

by Julia Carry Wong
Thu 23 Feb 2023 06.00 EST

Florida attorney uses ‘fetal personhood’ argument in attempt to free client that could have consequences for women’s rights


A lawyer’s attempt to have his pregnant client released from jail ahead of trial by arguing that her fetus has been subject to “unlawful and illegal detention” could have profound consequences for the rights of women in Florida.


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