Though it’s rarely used, Utah still has a forced sterilization law

While some may think forced sterilization laws are in the past, Utah is one of 31 states that still has — and uses — them.

(Illustration by Christopher Cherrington | The Salt Lake Tribune)

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Becky JacobsReport for America corps member

Becky Jacobs is a Report for America corps member and writes about women’s issues and the status of women in Utah for The Salt Lake Tribune.