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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- 1. October 2023: A Louisiana resident allegedly received mailed abortion pills from an out-of-state provider.
- 2. Week of the reporting: Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill released an indictment against Rémy Coeytaux.
- 3. Same week (Tuesday): Governor Jeff Landry signed extradition paperwork seeking prosecution.
- 4. Following day (Wednesday): California Governor Gavin Newsom denied Louisiana's extradition request.
- 5. Following day (Wednesday): AG Liz Murrill testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on mail-order abortion drug risks.
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