That statute creates a new crime of commercial terrorism. Plaintiffs, Utah Animal Rights Coalition, challenge the statute because it is vague and chills First Amendment protected speech. Further, the statute prohibits picketing and demonstrations in front of a business by all demonstrators except for labor unions. That provision violates the Equal Protection provisions of the Utah and United States Constitutions. The Government can not discriminate against picketers based upon the message they want to convey.
Free speech involves sound waves.
So under this statute a crime is committed if demonstrators make noise or hold signs in front of a business such that noise can be heard or people can be seen from inside. Being present and visible is emitting light rays. The lawsuit was filed on behalf of Utah Animal Rights Coalition and two of its members, Salt Lake County residents Bill French and Summer Adams. The complaint alleges that the group and its members are fearful that they will be charged with a crime for simply exercising their First Amendment right to picket and demonstrate in front of businesses. UARC is a non-profit Utah corporation that seeks to promote and protect animal rights.