Reproductive Rights in Indiana: The Case of Purvi Patel

This chapter explores the historical context and evolving interpretation of fetal laws in the U.S., with a focus on Indiana's reproductive rights landscape. It examines the case of Purvi Patel, the implications of her feticide conviction, and the controversial legal definitions surrounding fetal viability. The discussion highlights how these laws disproportionately impact vulnerable women, particularly women of color, while raising critical questions about the intersection of law, healthcare access, and reproductive justice.