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Criminal Law Information
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The information on this site is intended for educational purposes only. It is not
legal advice. If you have specific questions or are experiencing a situation where
you need legal advice you should contact an attorney.
Student Legal Services makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information
on this site. However, the law changes continually and this site should not be used
a substitute for legal advice. It is highly recommended that anyone accessing this
site consult with an attorney licensed in the state of Wyoming prior to taking any
action based on the information provided on this site.
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Per our contract with the University of Wyoming, Student Legal Services cannot advise anyone with a felony conviction or a felony-level legal issue.
Instead, we provide you with a referral out to programs that may be able to assist you.
Student Legal Services can advise Misdemeanor cases.
Generally, WY Misdemeanors fall into two categories:
Class A: High Misdemeanor, where penalties can carry up to a year in jail or fines between $1,000-$5,000 USD.
Here is a list of Misdemeanor Crimes with a Possibility of Jail Time (2019)
Class B: Low or Petty Misdemeanor, where the penalties range from no jail time to a maximum of 6 months, with fines up to $750 USD.
Misdemeanors include a variety of crimes such as property crimes (theft, trespassing), offenses against a person or public safety (public intoxication, MIP, police interactions), traffic-related (speeding, DUI, drug paraphernalia).
In WY, repeat offenses may lead to a misdemeanor to be elevated to a felony (ex: multiple DUIs or domestic assault convictions).
Criminal Law: Know Your Rights