AP Wyoming

No charges for Wyoming librarians over sex ed, LGBTQ books

Published October 28, 2021 4:08 PM

By MEAD GRUVER
Associated Press

CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — A prosecutor in a deeply conservative corner of Wyoming says he won’t charge library employees for making sex education and LGBTQ-themed books available to young people. Prosecutor Michael Stulken told sheriff’s officials Wednesday he wouldn’t have a case against the librarians under any state law that might apply. Hugh and Susan Bennett brought the books to the attention of law enforcement in the coal-mining city of Gillette. Hugh Bennett says he’s disappointed but won’t change his mind based on what a lawyer does or doesn’t do. Library Executive Director Terri Lesley says she’s “happy to have this decision made so that we can move on.”

Article Topic Follows: AP Wyoming

Jump to comments ↓

Associated Press

BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION

KIFI Local News 8 is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation.

Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here

If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.