South Carolina's 6-Week Abortion Ban
What South Carolina's Law Says
South Carolina bans abortion after cardiac activity is detected — approximately 6 weeks from your last period.
Key points:
- Abortion prohibited after ~6 weeks (cardiac activity detected)
- Exception for rape and incest up to 12 weeks (requires reporting to law enforcement)
- Exception for life-threatening medical emergency
- Exception for lethal fetal anomaly
- Most people don't know they're pregnant at 6 weeks
- Providers face felony charges for violations
Why 6 Weeks Isn't Realistic
6 weeks = approximately 2 weeks after a missed period. By the time most people confirm a pregnancy, the window has passed.
What This Means for You
South Carolina has approximately 1.2 million women of reproductive age. Before the ban, clinics operated in Charleston, Columbia, and Greenville. Now access is extremely limited.
But you still have options. People across South Carolina are accessing medication abortion through telemedicine.
How Southern Woven Helps
Telemedicine From Shield Law States
- Online consultation with licensed providers
- Medication shipped to your South Carolina address in 2-5 business days
- Shield laws protect providers who prescribe across state lines
- Completely private and confidential
Travel Alternatives
- North Carolina: 12-week limit (~1-3 hours depending on location)
- Virginia: Legal to viability (~4-6 hours from most of SC)
Travel is shorter than many ban states, but telemedicine is still faster, cheaper, and more private.
The Process
Step 1: Online Consultation (15-20 minutes)
- Secure questionnaire, 24/7, no video call, English and Spanish
Step 2: Medical Review (Within One Business Day)
- Eligibility confirmed through 13 weeks (WHO guidelines)
Step 3: Medication Shipped (2-5 Business Days)
- Mifepristone (1 pill) + Misoprostol (12 pills — most use 4-8)
- Discreet packaging
Delivery times:
- Charleston/North Charleston/Mount Pleasant: 2-4 days
- Columbia/Lexington: 2-4 days
- Greenville/Spartanburg: 2-4 days
- Myrtle Beach/Florence: 2-4 days
- Rock Hill/Fort Mill: 2-4 days
- Anderson/Clemson: 3-5 days
- Hilton Head/Beaufort: 3-5 days
- Sumter/Orangeburg: 3-5 days
Step 4: Complete at Home with Medical Support
Step 5: Follow-Up (3-4 Weeks)
Costs
Sliding scale: $1 - $150. No one turned away.
Privacy and Safety
South Carolina's law targets providers within the state. Patients are not criminalized. Medication abortion is identical to miscarriage — no test can tell the difference.
Legal questions: If/When/How Repro Legal Helpline: 844-868-2812
Cities We Serve
All South Carolina communities: Lowcountry (Charleston, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Hilton Head, Beaufort), Midlands (Columbia, Lexington, Sumter, Orangeburg), Upstate (Greenville, Spartanburg, Anderson, Clemson), Pee Dee (Florence, Myrtle Beach, Conway), Rock Hill/York County — and everywhere in between.
Medical Disclaimer
Educational purposes only. Not legal or medical advice. Contact If/When/How at 844-868-2812 for legal questions.
Last updated: March 2026 | Southern Woven Medical Team
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