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After meeting with Black Lives Matter, a Utah Republican may ditch bill that could shield drivers who accidentally kill protesters

Prosecutors, advocates are encouraging legislator to focus instead on clarifying the legal definition of a riot

(Trent Nelson | Tribune file photo) Protesters march against police brutality in Salt Lake City on Thursday, June 4, 2020. A Utah state lawmaker may be backing off -- or at least revising -- his proposed bill to create a criminal defense for accidentally running over a protester.