Should the Plan B contraceptive pill be available to women 15 and up without a prescription?

The Department of Justice is appealing a U.S. district court ruling that would make the Plan B emergency contraceptive pill available to females age 15 and older without a prescription.

Prior to the judge's ruling Plan B was available without prescription only to females aged 17 and up. The pill also had to be locked behind a pharmacy counter.

Today's Question: Should the Plan B contraceptive pill be available to women 15 and up without a prescription?

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