DE SB205

Prohibits abortion of an unborn child capable of feeling pain at 20 or more weeks post-fertilization, except when necessary to prevent serious health risk to the mother.

Requires physicians to determine probable post-fertilization age through medical examination and testing before performing an abortion, except in medical emergencies.

Establishes that unborn children can experience pain by 20 weeks after fertilization based on medical evidence regarding pain receptors, nerve development, and fetal responses to stimuli.

Requires physicians to report abortion data annually to the Department of Health and Social Services, including post-fertilization age, method used, and medical justification for abortions at 20+ weeks.

Imposes criminal penalties (Class D felony) on persons who perform abortions in violation of the act, with civil liability available to patients and fathers seeking actual and punitive damages.