States Ignoring the First Amendment Is Landing Creatives Behind Bars
It is undeniable that rap music plays an important cultural role in today's society and has only gained in popularity in recent years. It's not only a large mode of expression for young black and brown individuals but also for...
HB 140: Attorney Fees for Successfully Suing the Government
This bill allows an individual to be awarded attorney fees if they sue the government and win.
How Utah just expanded access to justice
Last week, the court unanimously approved a first-in-the-nation pilot program to expand access to legal help by allowing Utahns to begin offering non-traditional legal services.
HB 324: Conviction Integrity Units
This bill establishes guidelines for how prosecutors can set up conviction integrity units to review case that may have been unfairly handled.
Is the Warrant System Working Well?
If warrants are being issued in mere seconds, is the justice system working?
HB 293: Undermining Plea in Abeyance
Plea in abeyances would be treated as convictions under HB 293 for the purpose of imposing harsher sentences for future crimes.