Georgia Judge Invalidates State Law Restricting Abortions After Six Weeks A Georgia Superior Court judge, Robert C.I. McBurney, recently made a significant ruling on Monday, invalidating a state law that effectively banned abortions beyond six weeks of pregnancy. This decision is expected to be challenged further in the Georgia Supreme Court. Despite the ongoing legal battle, the ruling provides temporary relief for women in Georgia seeking abortions, as access to the procedure has been limited in the South since Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022. Judge McBurney emphasized the importance of a woman's liberty to control her body and make decisions regarding her health care without state interference. However, he also noted that this liberty is not absolute, stating that society may intervene when a fetus reaches viability and can be cared for independently. The case is still evolving, and updates on the situation are forthcoming.