Liquor Laws

Nothing silly about Utah's liquor laws

Utah is known nationwide for its strict liquor laws, and these policies drive a lot of debate. A recent article by Paul Mero titled, “Nothing silly of... Read more »

April 20, 2013

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Big fines proposed to curb underage drinking trend in Utah restaurants

Bill SB261 proposes to stiffen the penalties for restaurants caught serving alcohol to minors. A first offense would result in a minimum mandatory $2,500 fine, a... Read more »

March 8, 2013

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Bill would remove 'Zion curtain' in Utah restaurants that serve alcohol

A state lawmaker who wants to tear down the so-called "Zion curtain" in Utah restaurants says there's nothing to show that separating the pouring of alcoholic drinks... Read more »

Feb. 27, 2013

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Senate clears path for restaurant chains to get liquor licenses

Restaurants that serve alcohol would not have to wait for a state liquor license to become available in order to open more locations under a bill the Senate approved... Read more »

Feb. 26, 2013

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Legislative session is a boiling cauldron of conjecture

With so many big issues, so little time, and so many politicos — all concentrated in such a small area — a legislative session is always a boiling cauldron... Read more »

Feb. 17, 2013

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