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Senate approves Drug Dealers Liability Act after debate over scope and proof standard
Summary
The Utah Senate passed Substitute Senate Bill 85, creating a civil cause of action against people who profit from illegal drug markets. Supporters said it helps recover costs and deter profiteers; opponents raised concerns that language could be overly broad. The amendment to narrow liability failed.
The Utah State Senate passed Substitute Senate Bill 85 on Feb. 5, 1996, creating a civil cause of action that would let family members, guardians, governmental entities or insurers sue persons who profit from illegal drug markets.
Senator Craig Taylor, sponsor of the measure, told colleagues the bill is intended to "take the profit out of it," allowing victims and public entities to recover costs associated with illegal drug use. Taylor said the measure excludes alcohol and is modeled on laws enacted in other states, including provisions that…
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