Utah Governor Spencer Cox has approved legislation increasing the number of justices on the state Supreme Court from five to seven. Supporters of the bill, primarily Republicans, contend that adding two justices will improve the court’s efficiency and reduce delays in rulings.
However, some legal analysts caution that expanding the court may complicate decision-making rather than streamline it. The change comes as the court prepares to hear an appeal related to the state’s legislative redistricting process.
**Why this matters**
The timing of the court expansion raises questions about its potential impact on upcoming high-profile cases, including challenges to Utah’s redistricting maps. Changes to the court’s composition could influence how such politically sensitive cases are decided, affecting the state’s political landscape.
Source: NewsData