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Bill limiting public access to mug shots passes Utah Senate

Bill limiting public access to mug shots passes Utah Senate

By /February 26, 2021 /Local News

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The Utah Senate has unanimously voted in favor of a bill that would ban police from releasing mug shots until a person has been convicted of a crime. The measure passed the Senate on Wednesday and aims to make mug shots a private record to […]

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Lawmakers pursue limiting public access to mug shots

By /February 15, 2021 /Local News

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Booking photos taken by police when a person is arrested are often made public, but some experts say releasing someone’s mug shot can undermine the presumption of innocence, perpetuate racial stereotypes and leave an indelible stain on a person’s life. Legislation proposed this year in […]

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