If you’re driving in Wyoming during Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s, you may see more law enforcement vehicles on the road. Many times, these holiday periods bring increased DWUI enforcement. If you’re stopped, or you’ve already been arrested for DWUI, you need to know what happens next. Here is a look at Wyoming’s holiday DWUI…
If you’re facing a third DWUI in Wyoming, there’s one question on your mind. Is this offense a felony? Fortunately, under W.S. 31-5-233(e), a third DWUI within 10 years is still a misdemeanor. But don’t think it is a minor offense. You can still face a mandatory minimum of 30 days in jail, a fine…
Wyoming calls impaired driving DWUI or Driving While Under the Influence. For most drivers, a first DWUI is a misdemeanor carrying up to six months in jail, a fine of up to $750, and a 90-day license suspension. The penalties increase with subsequent offenses. And if you are charged with a fourth DWUI within 10…
A DUI can be one of the most expensive mistakes you’ll ever make. For those who have been arrested, you may already be asking yourself, “How much does a DUI cost in Wyoming?” Many times, this goes beyond the criminal fine. Between court costs, higher insurance premiums, license reinstatement fees, ignition interlock expenses, alcohol treatment,…
A road trip through Wyoming can change in an instant. One routine traffic stop on I-80, I-25, or I-90 can turn into criminal charges if law enforcement discovers marijuana or another controlled substance in your vehicle. For many out-of-state drivers, the biggest shock is realizing that a substance purchased legally somewhere else can still lead…
A DUI arrest in Wyoming does not end when you’re released from jail or leave the traffic stop. Within days, many drivers discover they may also lose their driving privileges. How will you get to work? How will you take your children to school? What happens if you miss an important deadline? Many people do…
In Wyoming, driving under the influence is not a one-size-fits-all offense. The driver’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is one of the biggest factors that can affect these charges. In most cases, the higher the BAC, the more severe the legal consequences. Wyoming courts and prosecutors view elevated levels as evidence of increased impairment. In turn,…
Most people hear the term “DUI” and think of fines, a suspended license, or maybe a night in jail. However, in Wyoming, some DUI charges carry heavy consequences. Is a DUI a felony in Wyoming? If you are facing charges or want to understand the law, you want to know when a DUI crosses the…
A DUI charge in Wyoming has a way of flipping your life upside down. After an arrest, you have to think about court dates, your license, and your long-term future. That is a lot. However, with the right lawyer, they can take a huge amount of that pressure off your shoulders. So, how do you…
A DUI in Wyoming might start as a misdemeanor. However, when you add in a few factors, it can cross into felony territory. Unfortunately, when it does, the stakes change in a big way. This is more than higher fines or longer license suspensions. A felony DUI can mean prison time, long-term license revocation, and…
