These are classic discussions published back in March 2009

Online Legal Notices

Regarding SB 208 (legal notices), I received the following letter today from Jim Wall – Publisher Deseret News, Randy Wright – Editor Provo Daily Herald, Brent Low – President MediaOne Utah (Newspaper Agency Corporation): On the issue of publishing legal notices, newspapers have been remiss in not communicating sufficiently with the Legislature on prospective solutions that would provide notice to a wider range of Utahns in light of new and emerging technologies for the dissemination of information. After conversations with Sen. Urquhart, Rep. Dougall, and Lincoln Shurtz from the Utah League of Cities and Towns, we believe that the most effective solution that works in the best interest of the public would be dual publication encompassing both print and online until the time set by the Legislature for the sunset of print requirements in counties of the first and second class. Publication of legal notices would remain in the private sector, and allow links from government Web sites. We are requesting amendments... (read more)
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