Arrests.org WY – Wyoming Arrest, Inmate & Mugshot Records

Arrests.org WY connects you to Wyoming public record databases for background checks, inmate lookups, and warrant searches. Wyoming law makes many of these documents open to the people. You can look for arrest logs, court dates, and jail rosters. This page tells you how to use these systems. You will learn where to look, what forms to use, and how to read the data.

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Wyoming Public Records Statutes

The Wyoming Public Records Act sets the rules for what you can see. The law is in Wyoming Statutes § 16-4-201 through 16-4-204. This law states that records made by government agencies belong to the public. You have the right to ask for them. Agencies include the county sheriff, city police, and state courts. The law promotes open government. It lets citizens see what their leaders and police do.

Some records stay private. The law lists specific reasons to keep a file closed. Police investigations that are still active often stay private. This stops criminals from learning about the case. Medical records in public hospitals remain private to protect patient health data. School transcripts and personnel files also have privacy rules. You cannot see these without a court order or signed permission.

You do not need to tell the government why you want a public record. You can ask for a record just because you want to know. The agency cannot ask for your reason. They can only ask for the details needed to find the document. This might include a name, a date, or a case number. You can look at the records for free at the office. If you want copies, the agency can charge a fee. This fee pays for the paper and the time to copy the files.

Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI)

The Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) keeps the main list of criminal history for the state. Local police and sheriffs send their arrest data to the DCI. The DCI combines this data into one system. This is the best place for a full state check. A search here covers all counties in Wyoming. It shows arrests, charges, and court results.

The DCI is strict about who gets full records. You can ask for your own record. You can review it to see if it is correct. You can also challenge mistakes. Employers can ask for records if the law allows it. Schools, banks, and hospitals often check these records before hiring. They need your fingerprints to do this. Fingerprints make sure they check the right person. Names can be the same, but fingerprints are unique.

How to Request a DCI Background Check

You must follow specific steps to get a record from the DCI. You cannot just type a name on their website for a full official report. You need to send a form and a fingerprint card.

• Get a Fingerprint Card: Go to your local sheriff’s office. Ask them to take your fingerprints. They will put them on a standard FBI card. There is usually a small fee for this service.
• Fill Out the Form: Download the request form from the Wyoming DCI website. Write your name, date of birth, and social security number. Sign the form.
• Pay the Fee: The DCI charges money to process the check. You must send a money order or a bank check. They do not take personal checks or cash in the mail.
• Mail the Packet: Put the card, the form, and the payment in an envelope. Mail it to the DCI office in Cheyenne.

The DCI takes time to process these requests. It can take several days or even weeks. The results will come back to you by mail. The report will list all arrests and convictions in Wyoming. If there is no record, the report will say that too.

County Sheriff Arrest Logs and Jail Rosters

County sheriffs run the local jails. They arrest people for breaking county and state laws. They also hold people arrested by city police. The sheriff’s office is the best place to find recent arrests. Their data is often faster than the state system. When a deputy books someone into jail, the record appears in the county system right away.

Many counties put this data online. They have a “Jail Roster” or “Inmate Search” on their website. This list shows who is in jail right now. It usually lists the name, the charges, and the bail amount. Some lists show the booking photo. This photo is also called a mugshot. If the county does not have a website list, you can call the jail. The desk officer can tell you if a person is there.

Laramie County Arrest Records

Laramie County is home to Cheyenne, the state capital. The Laramie County Sheriff’s Office is busy. They have a specific way to share data. They often use social media to post arrest lists. They also have a search tool on their main site. You can search by name. The results show the booking date and the release date. If the person is still in jail, it shows their cell location.

Natrona County Inmate Search

Natrona County includes the city of Casper. The Natrona County Sheriff’s Office runs a large detention center. Their website has a current inmate roster. This list updates every day. It shows everyone currently in custody. It does not show people released months ago. For older records, you must go to the court clerk. The online roster lists the bond amount. This helps family members know how much to pay to get someone out.

Campbell County Detention Center

Campbell County covers Gillette. The Sheriff’s Office here provides a daily intake report. This report lists everyone brought to jail in the last 24 hours. It is a good way to check for very recent arrests. They also have a full roster of current inmates. The list includes the age and the specific statute the person violated. This helps you know exactly what the charge is.

Wyoming Court Records Search

Courts keep the official history of a case. An arrest is just the start. The court decides if the person is guilty. Court records show the judge’s decisions. They show the sentence, fines, and probation terms. Wyoming has different levels of courts. You need to know which court handled the case.

District Courts

District Courts handle serious crimes. These are called felonies. A felony is a crime where the punishment is prison time. District Courts also handle big civil cases and family law. Divorce and child custody cases happen here. Each county has a District Court Clerk. This clerk keeps the records. You can visit the clerk’s office to use a public computer. You can search for cases by name. You can read the documents filed in the case.

Circuit Courts

Circuit Courts handle less serious crimes. These are called misdemeanors. A misdemeanor might result in a fine or a short time in the county jail. Traffic tickets and small claims cases go to Circuit Court. If someone gets arrested for a DUI, the case usually starts here. The Circuit Court Clerk holds these records. Like the District Court, these are public. You can go to the courthouse to look them up.

Municipal Courts

Municipal Courts are city courts. They handle violations of city rules. These are called ordinances. Parking tickets and dog leash violations go here. Some minor crimes inside city limits also go to Municipal Court. These records stay at the city hall or the local police station. They are not usually in the state computer system. You must contact the specific city to find them.

Warrant Search Procedures

A warrant is an order from a judge. It tells the police to arrest someone. Warrants happen when police show evidence of a crime. They also happen when someone misses court. You can check for warrants to see if you or someone else is in trouble. It is better to handle a warrant before the police find you.

Active Arrest Warrants

An active warrant means the police are looking for the person. The warrant lists the crime. It stays active until the police make the arrest. Warrants do not expire in Wyoming. A warrant from ten years ago is still valid. Police can arrest the person during a traffic stop. They can also come to the person’s house. The DCI database lists active warrants. Local sheriffs also keep lists for their counties.

Bench Warrants

A bench warrant comes from the judge’s “bench.” This happens when a person ignores a court order. The most common reason is missing a court date. If you sign a ticket promising to appear and then do not go, the judge issues a bench warrant. Failing to pay child support can also cause this. Bench warrants are serious. You can go to jail immediately. You usually have to pay a cash bond to get out.

Wyoming Department of Corrections (WDOC) Inmate Search

The Wyoming Department of Corrections (WDOC) manages state prisons. This is different from county jails. Prisons hold people sentenced to long terms. If the judge sentences someone to more than one year, they usually go to a WDOC facility. The WDOC has a search tool on its website. This tool helps you find friends or family in prison.

You need the inmate’s name or WDOC number. The search shows where they are. Wyoming has several prisons, including the State Penitentiary in Rawlins and the Medium Correctional Institution in Torrington. The search results show the sentence length. It also shows the projected release date. This date can change based on good behavior. The system updates regularly.

Sending Money and Mail to Inmates

The WDOC has strict rules for mail. You cannot send cash. You cannot send packages without permission. You must use the correct address format. You must write the inmate’s full name and ID number on the envelope. Staff will open and read the mail to check for contraband. Legal mail from lawyers gets special treatment. Staff opens legal mail in front of the inmate but does not read it.

To send money, you must use an approved vendor. The WDOC uses specific companies for money transfers. You can deposit money online or over the phone. The inmate uses this money to buy items at the prison store. They can buy soap, snacks, and paper. They also use this money to pay for phone calls.

Wyoming Sex Offender Registry

Wyoming law tracks people convicted of sex crimes. The state keeps a registry. This list is open to the public. The goal is to keep communities safe. You can search the registry to see if offenders live near you. The Division of Criminal Investigation runs this site. You can search by city, county, or zip code. You can also search by name.

The registry shows the offender’s photo. It lists their address and their job location. It tells you what crime they committed. It also lists the vehicle they drive. Offenders must update their data regularly. If they move, they must tell the sheriff. If they get a new job, they must report it. Failing to report is a new crime. They can go back to jail for this.

Levels of Offenders

Wyoming groups offenders by risk. The risk level tells you how likely they are to commit another crime.

• Low Risk: These offenders are less likely to reoffend. Their data might not be on the public website. Police keep their files for internal use.
• Moderate Risk: These offenders have a medium chance of reoffending. Their data is usually public.
• High Risk: These offenders are dangerous. They have a high chance of hurting someone again. Their data is always public. The sheriff might also send flyers to neighbors when a high-risk offender moves in.

Vital Records: Birth, Death, Marriage, and Divorce

Vital records are not criminal records. They track life events. The Wyoming Department of Health holds these files. The office is Vital Statistics Services. These records help you prove who you are. You need a birth certificate to get a driver’s license. You need a death certificate to settle a will.

Birth Certificates

Birth certificates are private for 100 years. Only specific people can get a certified copy. The person named on the certificate can get it. Their parents can get it. Lawyers representing the person can get it. You must show a photo ID to get a copy. You must also pay a fee. You can apply by mail or in person in Cheyenne.

Death Certificates

Death certificates are private for 50 years. Only family members and lawyers can get them. You need this document to claim insurance. You also need it to transfer property titles. The application asks for your relationship to the person who died. You must prove you have a right to the record.

Marriage and Divorce Records

Marriage and divorce records are also vital statistics. The state office has them. The county clerk where the event happened also has them. Marriage records become public after 50 years. Divorce records also become public after 50 years. Before that time, only the couple and their lawyers can get certified copies. You can ask for a verification letter. This letter just says the marriage or divorce happened. It is not a full certificate.

Expungement of Records in Wyoming

A criminal record makes life hard. It is hard to get a job. It is hard to rent a house. Wyoming allows some people to remove their records. This is called expungement. When a court expunges a record, the public cannot see it. It is like it never happened. Police can still see it for investigations, but employers cannot.

Eligibility for Expungement

Not everyone can get an expungement. The rules are strict.

• No Conviction: If police arrested you but the court dropped the charges, you can ask for expungement. You must wait 180 days after the case ends.
• Misdemeanors: Some misdemeanors qualify. You must wait five years after you finish your sentence. You cannot have any new crimes during that time.
• Felonies: Most felonies stay on your record forever. Some non-violent felonies might qualify after ten years. Violent crimes usually do not qualify.

You must file a petition with the District Court. You have to pay a filing fee. The prosecutor can object to your request. If they object, you go to a hearing. You tell the judge why you deserve a clean slate. If the judge agrees, they sign an order. You send this order to the DCI and the courts. They seal your files.

Using Third-Party Search Sites

Many private websites offer background checks. Arrests.org is one of these sites. These sites gather data from many places. They scrape public government databases. They put the data in one easy spot. This is convenient. You can search many states at once. You can find data that might be hard to find on a slow government site.

You should know that private sites might have errors. Government databases update instantly. Private sites might take days or weeks to update. A person might be out of jail, but the site still says they are in. A court might drop charges, but the site still lists them. Always check the official government source to be sure. Use the private site to find leads. Use the official site to verify facts.

Wyoming Background Check Laws for Employers

Employers must follow rules when checking records. Federal law helps protect job seekers. The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) applies here. If an employer uses a company to run a background check, they must ask your permission. You must sign a paper saying it is okay. If they decide not to hire you because of the report, they must tell you. They must give you a copy of the report. They must give you time to fix any mistakes.

Wyoming does not have a “Ban the Box” law for private companies. This means they can ask about criminal history on the job application. However, they should look at the age of the crime. They should look at how the crime relates to the job. Denying a job for an old, minor arrest might be unfair.

Official Contact Information

Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation
208 South College Drive
Cheyenne, WY 82002
Phone: 307-777-7181
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wyoming Department of Corrections
1934 Wyott Drive, Suite 100
Cheyenne, WY 82002
Phone: 307-777-7208

County Sheriff Contact List

Frequently Asked Questions

This section addresses common points people look for before checking Wyoming public records. It explains how access works, what is available online at no cost, and which requests involve payment. The goal is to give quick clarity before reviewing the specific questions below.

Does Wyoming charge a fee for all public record searches?

No, not all searches cost money. You can usually look at records for free if you go to the office in person. Many county sheriffs put their jail rosters online for free. You can see who is in jail without paying. The Wyoming Department of Corrections also has a free inmate search tool on their website. However, if you want a formal background check from the DCI, you must pay. If you want paper copies of court documents from the clerk, you must pay a per-page fee. Third-party websites often charge a subscription fee to view full reports.

Can I find juvenile arrest records in Wyoming?

In most cases, you cannot see juvenile records. Wyoming law protects the privacy of people under 18. These records are confidential. The general public cannot access them. There are rare exceptions. If a juvenile commits a very serious crime, like a violent felony, the court might try them as an adult. In that specific situation, the record might become public. Otherwise, police seal these files. Even parents might need to show ID and proof of guardianship to see their own child’s police records.

What should I do if I find a mistake on my arrest record?

If you see an error, you should fix it fast. First, identify where the mistake is. Is it on a private website or the official state record? If it is on the official record, contact the agency that made the arrest. You can also contact the Wyoming DCI. You may need to submit fingerprints to prove you are not the person in the record. This is common if you have a similar name to a criminal. If the mistake is on a private site, look for an “opt-out” or “correction” link on their page. You might need to send them proof of the official correction.

How long does a DUI stay on my record in Wyoming?

A DUI arrest stays on your criminal history forever unless you expunge it. However, for sentencing purposes, Wyoming has a “lookback” period. This period is ten years. If you get a second DUI within ten years of the first one, the punishment is worse. The court counts the prior offenses during this time. After ten years, a new DUI might count as a first offense for sentencing, but the old arrest still shows up on a background check. Insurance companies also look at this data for several years to set your rates.

Can I check if my neighbor is on the sex offender registry?

Yes, you can check this freely. Wyoming law allows you to search the sex offender registry. You can search by name, city, or address radius. This helps you know who lives nearby. The registry lists the offender’s name, photo, address, and conviction details. It is legal to use this data to protect your family. However, it is illegal to use this data to harass, threaten, or harm the offender. Using the information to commit a crime against the offender can lead to your own arrest.

What is the difference between an arrest record and a conviction?

An arrest record simply means the police took a person into custody. It shows that police suspected a crime. It does not prove the person did it. A conviction means a court found the person guilty. This happens after a trial or a plea deal. A person can have an arrest record but no convictions. This happens if the prosecutor drops the charges or if the jury finds them not guilty. Background checks often show both. It is important to read the “disposition” section of the record. The disposition tells you the final result of the case.

How do I visit an inmate in a Wyoming prison?

You must get approval before you can visit. You need to fill out a visitor application form found on the WDOC website. You must mail this form to the specific prison where the inmate lives. The prison will run a background check on you. This process takes time. Once approved, you can schedule visits. You must follow strict dress codes. You cannot wear revealing clothes or clothes that look like inmate uniforms. You must bring a valid photo ID. If you break the rules, the prison will ban you from visiting.