Criminal Justice

introduced · Wyoming · House Feb 14, 2026

HB 192: DUI penalties-refusal of a chemical test.

Wyoming's HB 192 proposes changes to penalties for drivers who refuse chemical tests after a DUI arrest when a search warrant has been obtained. The bill increases penalties for refusal to include up to six months in jail, a $750 fine, and mandatory license suspension (30 days to one year) for all drivers, including those under 21 and commercial drivers. It also allows refusal to be used as evidence in court and requires offenders to complete substance use disorder assessments and treatment at their own expense. The bill would take effect on July 1, 2026, if passed.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill increases penalties for DUI refusal including jail time, fines, license suspension, and uses refusal as evidence. This aligns with increasing mandatory sentences and expanding criminalization, indicating an oppose stance toward criminal justi...90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Courts

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introduced · Wyoming · House Feb 14, 2026

HB 185: Kratom-prohibition.

HB 185 prohibits the manufacture, sale, distribution, and possession of kratom products in Wyoming. It directly affects businesses and individuals handling these products, with exemptions for research institutions and law enforcement labs conducting testing. Violations carry misdemeanor penalties of up to $1,000 fines or one year in jail for repeat offenses. The bill also requires the Department of Agriculture to hire staff and purchase testing equipment, effective July 1, 2026.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBans kratom with criminal penalties, expanding criminalization per indicators (increases criminalization, imposes fines/jail for possession/distribution)85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Drug Policy Law Enforcement

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introduced · Wyoming · House Feb 14, 2026

HB 170: Escape-parole eligibility.

HB 170 would amend Wyoming's parole eligibility rules to make prisoners ineligible for parole if they were convicted of assault or escape in district court *or* found guilty of those acts through the Wyoming Department of Corrections' administrative disciplinary process. This change directly affects individuals serving sentences who have been disciplined for assault or escape while incarcerated. The bill adds administrative disciplinary findings (not just court convictions) as a basis for parole ineligibility under state law. It would take effect on July 1, 2026, if enacted. (Note: The bill is currently pending introduction and has not yet been considered by the legislature.)

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts parole eligibility for assault/escape offenses (including administrative disciplinary findings), increasing incarceration duration and reducing rehabilitation opportunities.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Courts Probation & Parole

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signed · Wyoming · House Mar 6, 2026

SF 88: Sex offenders-residence near child care facilities.

SF 88 prohibits registered sex offenders (18+ years old) from residing within 1,000 feet of child care facilities, measured from the exterior wall of their home to the facility's property line. The bill defines "child care facility" to include government-administered programs (excluding schools), licensed facilities caring for three or more unrelated children, and facilities under existing state definitions. It includes an exception for residences established before July 1, 2026, or before the facility opened, and takes effect on that date. This law directly affects registered sex offenders seeking housing near child care services, creating a new residency restriction under Wyoming law.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeRestricts sex offender residency near child care, increasing regulatory limits on offenders without reform elements or rehabilitation focus.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

died · Wyoming · House Mar 3, 2026

SF 87: Felony interference with a police officer-amendments.

Wyoming's SF 87 creates a new felony offense for intentionally causing bodily injury to a police officer while the officer is performing lawful duties. This amendment specifically targets individuals who assault officers during the course of their work, making such acts punishable by up to 10 years in prison. The bill directly affects people who physically harm officers in the line of duty, strengthening penalties for this specific conduct. It amends existing law (W.S. 6-5-204(b)) to clarify that causing bodily injury during officer engagement constitutes a felony. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeCreates felony offense for assaulting officers with 10-year penalty, expanding criminalization of law enforcement assaults per indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Policing Violent Crime

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died · Wyoming · House Feb 23, 2026

HB 42: Duty to stop vehicle during accidents-amendments.

HB 42 amends Wyoming law to make failing to stop after a vehicle accident causing death or serious injury a felony, rather than a misdemeanor. Drivers involved in accidents resulting in death or "serious bodily injury" (as defined in state law) would face up to 5 years in prison or a $10,000 fine, compared to the current maximum of 1 year or $5,000 for injuries alone. The bill directly affects drivers involved in collisions with fatal or severe injury outcomes, increasing legal consequences for hit-and-run behavior. It takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases penalties from misdemeanor to felony for hit-and-run causing death/injury, expanding criminalization and mandatory sentences per bill amendments.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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failed · Wyoming · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 47: Duty to assist during emergencies.

HB 47 requires any person who reasonably believes another person faces immediate risk of serious injury or death to attempt to contact emergency services (like 911) if doing so doesn't endanger themselves or the other person. It directly affects all Wyoming residents who witness such emergencies. The law creates a misdemeanor offense for failing to assist under these conditions, with penalties of up to 6 months in jail and $750 for causing serious injury, or up to 1 year and $2,000 if death occurs. Exemptions include those who provide assistance under other laws or would self-incriminate by reporting. The law takes effect July 1, 2026.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill creates new criminal offense (misdemeanor) for failing to contact emergency services, expanding criminalization - aligns with 'oppose' indicator of expanding criminalization.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Tags Public Safety

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signed · Wyoming · House Feb 27, 2026

SF 9: Fentanyl to minors-enhanced penalty.

Wyoming's SF 9 bill increases penalties for distributing fentanyl to minors under 18. It makes it a felony to distribute fentanyl (including all its isomers, esters, and salts) to anyone under 18, punishable by a fine and up to double the standard prison term for such offenses. The law specifically targets fentanyl distribution to minors, distinguishing it from penalties for other controlled substances. This bill affects individuals who distribute fentanyl to minors and will take effect July 1, 2026.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases penalties for fentanyl distribution to minors with doubled prison terms, expanding criminalization and enhancing punishment - classic punitive stance against reform.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

failed · Wyoming · House Feb 9, 2026

SF 3: Protection of nuclear facilities.

This Wyoming bill (SF 3) makes trespassing at commercial nuclear facilities a felony punishable by up to five years in prison or a $1,000 fine. It creates legal protections for security guards at these facilities, allowing them to use defensive force - including deadly force - to prevent specific crimes like burglary, radiological sabotage, or assaults within protected areas. Guards may also detain suspected violators for law enforcement. The law applies to licensed nuclear facilities (like power plants) and their security personnel, defining "protected areas" as zones within physical barriers posted as restricted. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill elevates trespassing at nuclear sites to felony, increasing penalties and expanding criminalization per indicators.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill protects nuclear facilities (energy infrastructure) via felony trespassing penalties and security force protections, aligning with 'protect' indicator for energy infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Law Enforcement

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signed · Wyoming · House Feb 27, 2026

SF 7: Theft amendments.

SF 7 amends Wyoming's theft laws to increase penalties for certain offenses. It raises the maximum penalty for theft of property under $1,000 from six months in jail and $750 fines to one year and $1,500, and lowers the felony threshold from a fifth to a third theft offense. The bill also updates penalties for using theft detection shielding devices to match the new misdemeanor penalties. These changes take effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases penalties and lowers felony threshold, aligning with indicators of opposing criminal justice reform by strengthening punitive measures.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections