If you have been charged with a misdemeanor in Wyoming, you want to know where your case will be heard. Sometimes, that can mean municipal court or circuit court. What is the difference between a Wyoming municipal court vs. circuit court? Knowing the difference can help you prepare for what comes next. Here is a…
Every year, thousands of people travel through Wyoming on Interstate 80, Interstate 25, and other major highways. Truck drivers, seasonal workers, tourists, and individuals relocating across the country pass through the state without giving much thought to Wyoming’s criminal justice system. That can change quickly after a traffic stop or arrest. If you were arrested…
If you’ve been charged with a crime in Wyoming, your first court appearance is the arraignment. This can feel intimidating for anyone, especially if you’ve never been inside a courtroom. So, what happens at a Wyoming arraignment? This is the formal beginning of the criminal court process. At this point, the charges are officially read,…
The phrase “Stand Your Ground” gets thrown around a lot in movies, news headlines, and online debates. However, not all states protect the right to self-defense, or they put strict limitations on it. So, is Wyoming a stand your ground state? Here is a look at these self-defense laws in the state and what they…
When you get pulled over, you might have a million thoughts in your head. This is the time to protect your rights, even if the situation seems a bit intimidating. And if an officer starts asking questions or looking into your car, you may start to wonder whether it’s legal. Can police search your car…
Felony murder is one of the most misunderstood — and most severe — criminal charges in the United States. Many people assume that murder charges only apply to the person who intentionally kills someone. In reality, felony murder laws can expose people to life sentences or even the death penalty, even if they never pulled…
It’s advice we’ve given time and again: If you are approached by law enforcement, remain silent and ask for an attorney. But time after time, people talk—and it almost always works against them. So why don’t people stay silent, even when they know they should? In a recent video discussion between attorney Christina Williams and…
What is habeas corpus? What does it do? Is it any different for criminal cases compared to immigration cases? Despite the importance of habeas corpus and the answers to the questions that surround it, not many people actually know what it is—and how it can protect their rights. That’s why Attorney Christina Williams of Just…
In the American legal system, due process is a critical safeguard that ensures fairness and transparency whenever a person faces legal action. Rooted in the U.S. Constitution, due process applies in both criminal and civil proceedings, offering vital protections regardless of a person’s citizenship status. The Role of Due Process in Criminal and Civil Law…
