Wyoming Expungement & Record Sealing Guide
Governing law: Wyo. Stat. § 7-13-1401 et seq. (expungement)
Expungement for qualifying misdemeanors
Who Qualifies for Expungement in Wyoming?
Wyoming enacted an expanded expungement law in 2021 that extended eligibility to some felony convictions for the first time.Who Qualifies
- Dismissed / acquitted charges: 180 days after case close
- Misdemeanor convictions: 5 years after sentence completion
- Nonviolent felony convictions: 10 years after sentence completion
- No new criminal convictions during the waiting period
- All fines, fees, and restitution paid in full
Not Eligible
- Violent felonies (murder, manslaughter, assault, etc.)
- Sex offenses requiring registration
- DUI convictions (generally)
- Crimes against children
- More than one prior felony conviction
Step-by-Step: How to Clear Your Record in Wyoming
- Obtain Wyoming criminal record — From Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI).
- File petition — In the district court of the county of conviction. Fee: $100.
- Serve the county attorney — Has 30 days to object.
- Hearing — A hearing is held. The court considers whether expungement is in the interest of justice.
- Order issued — DCI and all agencies expunge records.
Waiting Periods
- Dismissed / acquitted: 180 days
- Misdemeanor: 5 years from sentence completion
- Nonviolent felony: 10 years from sentence completion
Costs
- Filing fee: $100
- Attorney fees: $750–$2,500
Wyoming Legal Services and the Wyoming State Bar Volunteer Lawyers Project offer free assistance.
What Record Clearing Does (and Doesn't) Do in Wyoming
After a successful expungement or sealing in Wyoming, your record will generally be cleared from:
- Most private employer background checks
- Rental housing background checks
- Most licensing board inquiries (varies by profession)
However, it typically does not affect:
- Federal law enforcement and immigration records
- Military background checks
- Applications for law enforcement positions
- Some professional licensing boards (law, medicine, teaching — varies by state)
- Sex offender registry requirements (in most cases)
Disclaimer: This information is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws change frequently. Consult a licensed attorney in Wyoming for advice specific to your situation.
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