Utah County Sheriff’s Office Acquires Military Vehicle
Libertas Institute received word yesterday from a concerned citizen that there was a Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle sitting in a parking lot in Provo. The military vehicle, seen in the photo above, arrived just...
Is There Justice in the Justice Courts?
Utah’s judicial system includes a variety of courts, including the so-called “justice court.” Unlike the other courts, these fall outside the judicial branch and are controlled and operated entirely by...
Legally Consume Cannabis, Yet Become a Criminal in Utah?
Utah is surrounded by six states, four of which have legalized the possession and use of cannabis to some degree. This means that on a daily basis, drivers from these states pass through Utah’s borders—and in doing so,...
Liberty Forum Report
Last week was our first Liberty Forum — a new, annual event we’ll be holding going forward. The purpose of this event is to report on the recent legislative session, present awards to legislators who scored 85% or higher on...
New Rules for Hemp Extract in Utah: HB105 Implementation
The Controlled Substance Advisory Committee in Utah recently discussed regulatory implementation of the bill allowing the use of hemp extract for persons with intractable epilepsy. Libertas Institute was in attendance to hear...
Tax Dollars for a Gun Range?
During the recent legislative session, word broke out that the financially failing Swanson Tactical Training Center in Ogden, Utah, was looking for an easy exit. Having appraised the facility for north of $11 million, the...