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Punished For Their Pregnancies

August 23, 2025·46 min·4 clips

Moira Acres was convicted of murder after a stillbirth, with prosecutors using her abortion Google searches as evidence of intent.

This episode of Amicus explores the criminalization of pregnancy in the U.S., featuring an interview with Karen Thompson of Pregnancy Justice. It covers cases where women are prosecuted for miscarriages, stillbirths, or substance use during pregnancy, highlighting the role of fetal personhood laws and forensic surveillance. The discussion also addresses legal battles, state-level reforms, and future threats to reproductive rights.

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