Criminal Justice

signed · Wyoming · House Mar 8, 2026

HB 39: Firearms rights-restoration amendments.

Wyoming's HB 39 clarifies that individuals who have had their firearm rights restored under the laws of another state may legally possess firearms in Wyoming. The bill amends statutes (W.S. 6-8-102 and 6-10-106) to explicitly recognize out-of-state rights restoration as valid for Wyoming residents convicted of felonies or violent misdemeanors. This directly affects people with prior convictions who had their firearm rights restored in another jurisdiction but faced uncertainty under Wyoming law. The change takes effect immediately upon becoming law, removing barriers for these individuals to legally own firearms in Wyoming.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill restores firearm rights for individuals with prior convictions, aligning with criminal justice reform and protecting civil rights.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms

introduced · Wyoming · House Feb 14, 2026

HB 184: Juveniles-criminal deferral.

HB 184 creates a criminal deferral program for juveniles (under 18) charged with specific misdemeanors who have no prior misdemeanor or felony convictions. Instead of facing trial, eligible juveniles can be placed on probation for up to 18 months, requiring them to report to court twice yearly, follow law-abiding behavior, avoid leaving the state without permission, and pay restitution to victims. If they complete probation successfully, charges are dismissed without a conviction. Violating probation terms may lead to trial or transfer to juvenile court, but successful completion avoids formal criminal records.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates juvenile deferral program avoiding conviction via probation, promoting rehabilitation over punishment and reducing recidivism risk.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Juvenile Justice Probation & Parole

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signed · Wyoming · House Mar 8, 2026

HB 102: Protecting kids from deepfakes and exploitative images.

HB 102 prohibits the creation and distribution of AI-generated sexual images of children without consent (Section 6-4-307) and bans developing or distributing AI systems specifically designed to create or promote child sexual material (Section 6-4-308). It makes these acts felonies punishable by up to 10 years in prison and $10,000 fines, with harsher penalties for repeat offenses. The bill also clarifies that using AI to commit crimes isn’t a defense (Section 6-1-206) and provides limited immunity for AI developers who didn’t intend illegal use. It directly affects developers of AI tools, distributors of nonconsensual deepfakes, and individuals using AI to exploit children.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill creates new criminal penalties for AI-generated child exploitation, strengthening enforcement against specific crimes within criminal justice framework.85% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRestricts AI systems creating child sexual material, limiting harmful tech use to protect privacy and safety, aligning with cybersecurity regulations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Artificial Intelligence

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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failed · Wyoming · House Feb 10, 2026

HB 93: The people's right to judicial transparency.

HB 93 requires Wyoming courts to make most court records and audio/video recordings of proceedings available online for free, including documents like pleadings, evidence, and case details. Exceptions include juvenile cases, adoptions, sealed records, sexual assault cases, and sensitive materials like child pornography or bulky exhibits. Courts must also stream hearings live and maintain an online archive of recordings within seven days. The bill establishes a new fund to cover technology costs for implementing these changes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a new fund to cover technology costs for transparency, indicating fiscal support for essential government services.75% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeHB 93 mandates public access to court records and live hearings, enhancing judicial transparency and accountability - key criminal justice reform goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Juvenile Justice Violent Crime Tags Government Transparency

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died · Wyoming · House Feb 23, 2026

HB 91: Ban on government social scoring with AI.

This Wyoming bill prohibits state and local government agencies from using artificial intelligence to assign "social scores" based on personal behavior or characteristics, which could lead to unfair treatment (like denying services for unrelated reasons). It specifically bans AI systems from identifying individuals using biometric data (e.g., fingerprints, facial recognition) without consent, except for health data covered under HIPAA. The law applies broadly to all government entities - including counties, schools, and departments - excluding universities and certain health districts. It takes effect July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBans AI social scoring by government, preventing discriminatory practices that could deny services based on biometrics - aligns with civil rights protection in criminal justice reform.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBans government AI social scoring and biometric data use without consent, enhancing data privacy protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Consumer Data Protection Emerging Technology

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signed · Wyoming · House Mar 8, 2026

SF 85: RAVEN Act.

Wyoming's SF 85 (RAVEN Act) creates a dedicated funding account for the state's Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) task force, directly supporting law enforcement efforts to investigate and combat online child exploitation. The bill appropriates $1.6 million from the general fund (2026-2028) to sustain the ICAC program, with funds continuously available for investigations, victim assistance, and public education on internet safety. All money in the account must be used solely by the Division of Criminal Investigation to address internet crimes against children, with no funds allowed to lapse or transfer to other purposes. The account will accept additional grants or donations, ensuring stable, long-term resources for this critical law enforcement work.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $1.6M from general fund for ICAC task force, funding essential law enforcement program under budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds ICAC task force for investigating online child exploitation, directly supporting law enforcement efforts in criminal justice through dedicated funding.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds ICAC task force to combat online child exploitation, enhancing cybersecurity efforts against internet crimes per bill's explicit purpose.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Law Enforcement Online Safety

signed · Wyoming · House Mar 6, 2026

HB 106: Smokebuster module leaders.

This bill authorizes two new full-time positions within Wyoming's state forestry division (one effective April 2026, one April 2027) to support the forestry conservation inmate crew program. It appropriates $499,709 from the general fund specifically for these positions, associated equipment/supplies, and program costs through June 2028. The funding is tied to coordination with the Department of Corrections and includes specific budgeting instructions for the state's next fiscal biennium. The bill directly affects the state forestry division, the inmate crew program, and the Department of Corrections.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $499,709 from general fund for forestry positions and program costs, increasing state spending on conservation services.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds forestry conservation inmate crew program coordinated with Department of Corrections, promoting rehabilitation through inmate work opportunities in conservation.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds forestry conservation program via inmate crews with $499k, directly advancing natural resource protection and conservation efforts as described in the topic.92% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Corrections Conservation Forestry

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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