Abortion Pills in Indiana: Accessing Care Despite the Ban
Indiana was the first state to pass a new abortion ban after Dobbs. The near-total ban has limited exceptions for rape/incest (up to ~12 weeks, requires notarized affidavit) and lethal fetal anomaly. All free-standing abortion clinics have closed.
How Indiana Residents Access Care
Through telemedicine from shield law states:
- Online consultation — 15-20 minutes, 24/7
- Medical review — within one business day, through 13 weeks
- Medication shipped — 2-5 business days, discreet packaging
- Cost: Sliding scale $1 - $145
Indiana is close to Ohio and Illinois (both legal), but telemedicine removes the need to travel, take time off work, or arrange childcare.
Delivery
- Indianapolis/Fort Wayne/Evansville: 2-4 days
- South Bend/Bloomington/Lafayette: 2-4 days
- Muncie/Terre Haute/Kokomo: 3-5 days
About Indiana's Rape/Incest Exception
Indiana's exception requires a notarized affidavit and care must be provided in a hospital — barriers many people can't navigate. Telemedicine offers a more accessible and private option.
Safety
FDA-approved since 2000. 95-98% effective.
Resources
- If/When/How: 844-868-2812
- Hoosier Abortion Fund
- All-Options (Bloomington, IN): Nonjudgmental support
- National Abortion Federation: 1-800-772-9100
Full details: Indiana state page
Last updated: June 8, 2026
This is educational content only and is not medical or legal advice. Medication abortion regimens may vary, and the right plan for you depends on your specific situation. For care decisions, talk to your provider. For legal questions, contact If/When/How at 844-868-2812.