Wyoming DUI Law: What You Need to Know

 

DUI charges carry both criminal and civil consequences. Not only are you facing possible jail time, but also the loss of your driving privileges. It's important to seek the advice of experienced attorneys who will advise you throughout this difficult process. Every DUI, DWI, DWAI and impaired driving case must be fully evaluated.  

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DUI convictions can lead to thousands of dollars in court costs, fines, license suspension, unaffordable insurance rate hikes, and possible jail time. Even those who avoid the most serious consequences may face a stigma that can cost them their job or make it harder to find future employment especially if a job requires a clean driving record. We have represented defendants charged with everything from Driving Under the Influence (DUI) to DUI Homicide. Mr. Humphrey is a member of the National College for DUI Defense and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

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In Wyoming, you can be charged with DUI (Driving Under the Influence) under Wyoming Statute § 31-5-233 if:

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• Your Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) is 0.08% or higher

• You are impaired by alcohol, controlled substances, or any combination thereof

• BAC of 0.02% or higher if you're under 21 years old

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Wyoming DUI Penalties (2025):

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First Offense DUI:

• Up to 6 months in jail

• Fines up to $750

• Driver's license suspension: 90 days (minimum) to 6 months

• Possible ignition interlock device requirement

• Alcohol assessment and treatment program

• Probation

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Second Offense DUI (within 10 years):

• 7 days to 6 months in jail (mandatory minimum)

• Fines: $200 to $750

• License suspension: 1 year (minimum)

• Mandatory ignition interlock device

• Substance abuse treatment required

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Third Offense DUI (within 10 years):

• 30 days to 6 months in jail (mandatory minimum)

• Fines: $750 to $3,000

• License suspension: 2 years (minimum)

• Mandatory ignition interlock device

• Substance abuse treatment required

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Fourth Offense DUI (within 10 years):

• Up to 7 years in prison possible

• Fines: up to $10,000.00 fine

• License revocation: Lifetime

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Additional Consequences:

• Insurance rate increases 

• Employment complications (especially for commercial drivers)

• Immigration consequences for non-citizens

• Professional license impacts

• Criminal record affecting future opportunities

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You Have Only 20 Days to contest a license suspension under Wyoming Statute § 31-6-102. You must file a Request for Contest Case Hearing with the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) within 20 days of your arrest to challenge the administrative suspension of your driver's license. Missing this deadline means automatic suspension.

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