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Utah officials are suspending fewer hunting, fishing licenses — but going after the worst offenders
Utah Department of Natural Resources data shows the number of hunting and fishing license suspensions have been trending downward in recent years — but wildlife officials say that’s not because they’re being lenient. Instead, DNR Sgt. Devin Christensen said it’s because state wildlife officers are focused on “blatant” offenders, rather than Utahns making honest mistakes. “We’re trying to more vigorously pursue those who blatantly are breaking the law,” he said. “If it’s maybe an accident or a mistake (we’re) trying to give the benefit of the doubt. … We’re ...
