Campbell found the zones were "content-neutral" and noted everyone, regardless of their message, could use the zones. She also ruled the zones were "narrowly tailored" in that while they served the city's interest of keeping the peace and maintaining pedestrian traffic flow, they also allowed speakers to reach their audience.

In the appeal, the street preachers argue that the 10th Circuit should give the city's plan "strict scrutiny" because of the religious issues involved.

"We are disappointed that Judge Campbell did not recognize they are actually involved in religious expression, not to mention the right to assemble," Dobbin said. "The failure to recognize the additional rights, that's going to be big on appeal."

Both Salt Lake Mayor Rocky Anderson and the LDS Church called for civility during the upcoming conference weekend.

"The church is hopeful that everyone will conduct themselves with courtesy and civility during general conference," church spokesman Dale Bills said.

Anderson said he has witnessed the street preachers' special brand of in-your-face preaching and said people who are offended should just walk away.

"Accept the challenge," Anderson told KSL Radio. "If you're offended, move on and be an example for our young people."

Even if the 10th Circuit does not overturn Campbell's ruling, some preachers have vowed not to abide by the city's new rules, saying they will go to jail if they have to.

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