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Penalties for Theft
October 10th, 2024
In Wyoming, the crime of theft occurs when a person “knowingly takes, obtains, procures, retains or exercises control over…the property of another person without authorization or by threat or by deception, [and] he: Intends to deprive the other p…
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What Happens If I Violate My Probation?
October 7th, 2024
If you were charged with a crime, especially if it was a first offense, you may have been placed on probation. When a judge places someone on probation, they impose conditions of probation, such as not committing any new offenses, no drugs or alcohol…
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Defense Against Charges of Cybercrime and Online Identity Theft
June 6th, 2024
Cybercrime charges have become more commonplace as people conduct more of their lives online. To keep up with changing technologies, state and federal lawmakers continue to create new categories of crimes, like hacking, phishing, and internet fraud.…
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How to Handle an Alleged Probation Violation
April 18th, 2024
When someone has committed a crime, the judge may place them on probation as part of their sentence. When a judge places a defendant on probation, they often impose requirements such as not committing any new offenses, not consuming drugs or alcohol,…
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How Will a Prior Conviction Affect Your Criminal Case?
April 4th, 2024
Having a criminal record will almost certainly affect a new criminal case. A prior conviction can result in more serious charges, or the prosecutor might refuse to offer a plea bargain. Your criminal record can also affect your new case if you go to…
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Top 10 Questions About Wyoming Assault Charges
March 12th, 2024
Criminal assault covers a wide range of conduct and can be charged in situations involving bar fights, domestic disputes, or unwanted sexual encounters. Regardless of your circumstances, an assault charge is serious, and a conviction could change you…
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When There’s a Warrant for Your Arrest
December 5th, 2023
An arrest warrant is a court-issued document that authorizes law enforcement officers to arrest the person named in the warrant and bring them to court. A judge can issue an arrest warrant for various reasons, including a defendant’s failure to app…
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Can Police Search My Vehicle Without a Warrant?
June 7th, 2023
The Fourth Amendment prohibits unlawful police searches and generally prohibits a search of your vehicle by the police. However, there are circumstances where police can lawfully search your car without a warrant. Understanding Search Warrants The U.…
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Resisting Arrest in Wyoming
February 28th, 2023
When people hear “resisting arrest,” many think of a high-speed chase or someone who fights with the police and physically refuses to comply. But in Wyoming, the crime of resisting arrest is much broader than that and can encompass almost any act…
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Understanding Search Warrants
December 26th, 2022
Many criminal cases rely almost entirely on evidence obtained during a search. If the police performed the search under a warrant, the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution applies and requires that police officers meet specific criteria before t…
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