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Show Pape Four - Gods Army out on The Eureka Reporter - October 27. 2fXK) Preserve crime-fighti- too! ng released a detailed perforOn November 7 people in mance audit of asset forfeiture I'tah will cavl their vote for the procedures in Utah. That report candidates of their choice and slates. Contrary to what is said support or oppose a number of by critics of Utah's assets forfeiinitialises on the ballot. Initiative ture laws, the law enforcement will effectively communit) is not abusing its H. if passed, the most effective destros one of auihoriis to scic and forfeit crimc-liehnn- g tools law enforcel.aw enforcement is not assets. forfeiture. ment has-as- set the properly of individuals The production and sale of taking without due process.... We did illegal drugs is all about one a single innocent bything, making money. Therefore, not find lost their property to who stander one of the most effective ways to combat this crime to take away asset forfeiture.'1 What some people don't the property and profits acquired is that there are nuunderstand through this illegal enterprise. B merous want safeguards already in Proponents of Initiative voters to believe that law en- place within the justice system forcement officers arc out of designed to protect people and control and seie the property of their rights.The United States and innocent people who are not Utah Constitutions require law connected with illegal activity. enforcement officers to have Such is not the case and the facts probable cause to conduct searches and seizures. prove it. office the In November 1999. The police must independently of the legislative Auditor Gener validate information provided by Editor: al confidential informants. County attorneys must review and apr prove of actions taken by police or the case docs not move forward in the system. Finally, the courts provide additional oversight to ensure law enforcement has played by the rules and there is a clear connection between criminal activity and the property being considered for forfeiture. The 1999 Legislative Auditor Generals report stales. "Sufficient controls arc in place to prevent law enforcement agencies from abusing their authority to seize assets." Law enforcement officers and prosecutors in Utah oppose Initiative B. because if it passes they will lose one of the most effective tools they have to combat drug-relatcrime. Just think about it from a common sense prospective. What enteiprise can survive if the profit is taken out of it? ed VHS, DVD Nov. 14 "Gods Army" gave the out- side world it's first glimpse into the inner workings of the lives and minds of Mormon missionaries when the film hit theater screens in cities across the nation this summer. At long last the hit independent film will be available for people to view on their own television screens when VHS and DVD versions go on sale Tue.. Nov. 14. "We expect to ship in excess Halloween candy can be problem - Even with all the surrounding ts costumes and candy, many dont have to welcome scary and unwanted guests-c- a (NAPS) excitement trick-or-trea- ities! One night of candy com and caramel apples can leave a sticky film of bacteria on the teeth. If not brushed away, the film hardens into plaque and can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. According to the American Dental Association, the best way to remove decay-causin- g plaque is by brushing and cleaning between your teeth Tired must remember to brush day. every trick-or-treate- rs before bed. To make the task more appealing, parents can involve kids in selecting a toothbrush they like. Many kids' approach renewed with brushing their when enthusiasm toothbrush features a favorite television or cartoon character. Just in time for Halloween. REACH introduces three new toothbrushes featuring their favorite canine crime fighter. Scooby-Do- o. frUs. GETTING IT DONE Carey Peterson Brent Davis Bill Lenoard Blackham Betty S. Ellertson Elaine J. Bowles Marvin L. Allred Wells E. Ellertson Golden Mangelson Wright year-roun- West, Jordan, Utah EIECTIOH COMMITTEE giving alone," says Dean Hale of Entertainment Group, Excell Inc., the company that handled the theatrical release of "God's Army and is now handling the video release. "The orders coming in are phenomenal. We are getting orders from stores and national chains that have never before shown any kind of interest entertainment." in "When we first put the web site up. we were getting something like 300 downloads of the trailer a day." says Jeff Allen of VuWorks, the company that built the official "Gods Army" web LDS-them- ed site (www.godsarmythemovie.co-me- ) in March. "And people are still very excited about this mov- ie." In addition to be available at LDS bookstores. traditional "Gods Army" will be distributed through various intermountain and national distribution channels. Albertson's, including Smith's, Dans, Macys, Fred Meyer, Media Play, Sam Goodys. Borders, Barnes & Noble, Sun Coast, Wherehouse, Music-lan- d and Hastings. Availability will not be restricted to the intermountain area. For example. Musicland will have the video available in 230 stores nationwide. Touted as the birth of Mormon cinema, "God's Army" is being credited with creating a stic and new genre of well-mareligious films that can seriously appeal to a mainstream audience. The Kansas City Star seemed surprised to note that "the films observations about the nature of film-reali- de faith are insightful enough to arouse the interest of just about anyone with a spiritual bent." Other critics gave the movie even stronger praise. Michael Medved, on his nationally syndicated radio talk show called "Gods Army," "fascinating, riveting and emotionally satisfying." The LA Times called "Gods Army," a "well-mad- e independent film... the movie is actually a sensitive and thoughtful probe into questions of faith." By the end of its theatrical d. Public Safety rail FOR IT THi HATCH Thanks- release, "Gods Army" will have The key to successful oral grossed over $2.6 million, played for kids to make in 43 states and over 250 cities. hygiene brushing a positive experience," International release of the film said Nimit Bansal. the Assistant has already begun, as the film is Product Director at REACH. If currently playing in Canada with to open soon in New Zeakids are excited about their plans land, Australia, Tonga and Sachoice of toothbrush, they will moa. Plans for theatrical release be actively involved in fighting in Great Britain, South Africa cavities on Halloween and all and the Philippines are also underway. While the film is certain to be a top seller during the next few Please help Utah's law enforce- months, distributors expect that ment officers stop the prolifera- "Gods Army" will continue to tion of illegal drugs within our sell well for years to come. state by voting NO on Initiative "Thats the nature of breakB. through films like "Gods Army," Lt. Colonel Gary E. says Hale. "In this business Gunrud theyre called evergreen. They live forever." Special Projects Director Utah Department of (HATCH of 120,000 units before 84084-270- 5 (801) 965-44- 04 Carrots can be ground and roasted and brewed like coffee. Perennials are plants that live at least three years. |