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### Legal Perspectives
by Wyoming Liberty Group Wyoming just dodged a bullet, and we should all be thankful. The state Senate wisely rejected an ill-conceived bill that would have complicated the problem of marijuana in the Cowboy State. But we can't rest easy. That's because another bullet will likely be heading towards our state sometime soon. If history is any guide, ...
by Bill Tallen - Cody, Wyoming - (505) 352-4863 INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND It is important to begin this discussion with a recognition of the legal and constitutional definitions of the militia – what it is, and what it is not, and its historical basis. State militias date back to colonial times, and are firmly established in the U.S. Constitution...
by Steve Klein The proposed bills for the 2024 Budget Session of the Wyoming Legislature include what amounts to a laundry list of cultural grievances. I don't say it lightly, and often regret saying it, but some things are appropriate for legislation—sometimes, there really "aughta be a law," as the Schoolhouse Rock narrative goes. But usually the...
by Wyoming Liberty Group Introducing our latest infographic dissecting the complexities of marijuana decriminalization. President Shaun Willoughby of the Albuquerque Police Officers Association ignites the discussion with a poignant quote questioning the semantics and implications of legalization versus decriminalization. Delve deeper into the publ...
Join us in this enlightening episode of the "Eye on the Issues" series, brought to you by the Wyoming Liberty Group. In Episode 051, we dive deep into the complex world of civil forfeiture with attorney Steve Klein. Civil forfeiture laws have long been a topic of debate, allowing law enforcement agencies across the U.S., including Wyoming, to...
by Steve Klein Ten years ago, Wyoming Liberty Group published my paper Reforming Civil Asset Forfeiture in Wyoming. The paper detailed how the Wyoming Controlled Substances Act permitted police to seize property—including cash, cars, and firearms—on mere suspicion it was related to drug trafficking, without convicting or even charging the owner wit...
In a significant development this week, the Joint Judiciary committee in Wyoming made a crucial decision that could shape the state's stance on psychoactive substances. Committee bill 24LSO-0285, although not entirely ready for prime time, will be introduced at session, marking a notable win for Wyoming. The bill primarily focuses on hemp limitatio...
by Wyoming Liberty Group The debate surrounding decriminalizing marijuana at a state level has surfaced again, with proponents touting its potential benefits in reducing criminal justice burdens and generating revenue. However, a comprehensive examination reveals that the path towards decriminalization is fraught with potential pitfalls. Let us del...
by Stephen Klein On May 30th and 31st, the Joint Corporations, Elections and Political Subdivisions Committee of the Wyoming Legislature held its first interim meeting between legislative sessions in Lander. The meeting opened with an extensive presentation from various officials about how elections work in Wyoming, from registration to poll ...
In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we are joined by Representative Jeremy Haroldson. We're talking about the recent jaw-dropping case coming out of Rock Springs, where the local school board is defending its actions by keeping the Wiley family uninformed of their daughter's transgender identity. You'll hear about the school board's actions earli...
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