Libertas Utah Articles

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Peace officers should not be revenue generators

Peace officers should have the discretion to do their jobs without being compelled to arrest or ticket a certain number of Utahns daily.

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Blog

Welcome to Utah: Life Regulated

While Utah strives to maintain an image of “best for business” and “best managed,” its 88,150 restrictive regulations reveal a much different picture.

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‘Twas the Night Before a No-Knock Raid

Like Santa, SWAT's making a list… and, hopefully, checking it twice before they invade someone's home.

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Property Rights

Ogden chicken restrictions become less cooped up

After years of effort, Ogden has finally relaxed its ban on backyard chickens—albeit with significant restrictions and burdens.

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Free Market

Utah Requires Licensure for Bedding and Upholstered Furniture

Why are bureaucrats being required to micromanage upholsterers and clothiers?

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Utah should protect the right to work

Utah's Constitution needs to protect what judges no longer do—the right to pursue a peaceful occupation of one's choosing.

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