Louisiana Seeks Extradition Over Mail-Order Abortion Pills Case
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Baton Rouge — Louisiana officials pursued criminal charges and extradition this week against California doctor Rémy Coeytaux, accused of mailing mifepristone to a Louisiana resident in October 2023. Governor Jeff Landry signed extradition paperwork Tuesday while Attorney General Liz Murrill issued an indictment and testified before the Senate on mail-order abortion drug risks. California Governor Gavin Newsom declined to honor the extradition request, saying his state will not extradite providers for reproductive-health services. Prosecutors allege Coeytaux accepted $150 via Venmo; potential penalties include decades in prison if convicted, and possible federal litigation loom. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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This 60-second summary was prepared by the JQJO editorial team after reviewing 5 original reports from Life News, Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer, WAFB, KTBS and news.bloomberglaw.com.
Timeline of Events
- October 2023: A Louisiana resident allegedly received mailed abortion pills from an out-of-state provider.
- Week of the reporting: Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill released an indictment against Rémy Coeytaux.
- Same week (Tuesday): Governor Jeff Landry signed extradition paperwork seeking prosecution.
- Following day (Wednesday): California Governor Gavin Newsom denied Louisiana's extradition request.
- Following day (Wednesday): AG Liz Murrill testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on mail-order abortion drug risks.
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Louisiana state officials and pro-life advocates received increased political visibility and public attention by pursuing extradition and highlighting enforcement of state abortion restrictions.
The named out-of-state medical provider, implicated patients, and telemedicine abortion services faced legal exposure, public scrutiny, and potential criminal charges resulting from the indictments and publicity.
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Louisiana Seeks Extradition Over Mail-Order Abortion Pills Case
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