PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
- North Carolina bans forced sterilization for people with disabilities under guardianship.
MINORS
- Minors can obtain contraception from a healthcare provider at any age without permission of legal guardian
- To obtain contraception at a pharmacy without a prescription from a provider minors must be 18 years or older OR have permission of legal guardian
- If under 18 and the minor wants an abortion, a legal guardian must give consent. If this is not possible, a judge may grant an emergency exception. Text Abby, is a text line that helps minors navigate judicial bypass in NC.
Military/Veterans
- Active duty military service members and veterans can access contraception through the VA health system
- TRICARE Offers Contraceptive Care to Support You, Your Family, and Your Readiness | Health.mil