Accessory after the fact-amendments.
HB 261 amends Wyoming's penalties for "accessory after the fact" (helping a criminal after a crime is committed). It creates three penalty tiers:
1) For non-violent felonies where the accessory is not a relative (3 years max jail or $3,000 fine),
2) For violent felonies (same as above),
3) For non-violent felonies when the accessory is a relative or the principal is a minor (6 months max jail or $750 fine).
The bill directly affects individuals who assist criminals post-crime, with lighter penalties for family members or minors involved. It is pending legislative action and would take effect July 1, 2025, if passed.
Bill status
introduced
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 20, 2025
Last action Feb 3, 2025
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1 primary · 9 co-sponsors
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