How abortion is weaponised in the courts

<p>Abortion was fully decriminalised across Australia in 2023, meaning people can end a pregnancy without fear of prosecution.</p> <p>But that hasn&rsquo;t stopped abortion being weaponised against women in the courtroom.</p> <p>Writer and producer Madison Griffiths, who has spent a decade covering reproductive rights, was shocked to learn that abortion records were surfacing in custody battles in the family court, and even sexual abuse trials.</p> <p>Today, contributor to&nbsp;<em>The Saturday Paper</em>,<em> </em>Madison Griffiths, on the right to choose &ndash; and how the law is struggling to keep up with this new form of domestic abuse.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>If you enjoy <em>7am</em>, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at <a href="http://7ampodcast.com.au/support">7ampodcast.com.au/support</a>.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Socials:</strong><strong> </strong>Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a></p> <p><strong>Guest:</strong> Writer, artist and producer Madison Griffiths.</p> <p><strong>Photo: </strong>April Fonti/AAP</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>