The US state of Utah has had its ban on wine and spirits advertising struck
down by a federal appeals court on the grounds that it limits constitutionally
protected free speech. The decision comes months before the city hosts the 2002
Winter Olympics.
USA: Appeal court overturns Utah’s ban on wine and spirits ads
The US state of Utah has had its ban on wine and spirits advertising struck down by a federal appeals court on the grounds that it limits constitutionally protected free speech. The decision comes months before the city hosts the 2002 Winter Olympics. Since 1996 a local magazine, the Catalyst, and the Utah Licensed Beverage Association, have been trying to sue the state, seeking an injunction against the ban. Last year the request was denied.
July 25, 2001