Abortion is legal in Malaysia under certain conditions.
Act 574 Penal Code, Section 312 says causing misscarriage is an offence unless a doctor decides:
- The pregnancy poses a risk to the life of the pregnant woman
- The pregnancy risks an injury to the mental or physical health of the pregnant woman
- All abortions must also be carried out by a certified medical practitioner
- Prgnancy term cannot exceed 22 weeks
The educational video for you to learn about Malaysian abortion law is here.