Raped Retarded Woman Allowed to Carry to Term
A severely retarded rape victim who was thrust into an abortion debate when Gov. Jeb Bush said he wanted a guardian appointed for her fetus will be allowed to carry her pregnancy to term, a judge ruled.
Circuit Judge Lawrence Kirkwood approved a medical plan for the woman -- known as J.D.S. in court records -- that allows her to give birth. J.D.S.’ court-appointed guardian, Patti Jarrell, recommended the plan.
The 22-year-old woman, who is more than six months’ pregnant, has the mental ability of a preschooler.
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