Arrest records in Laramie County, Wyoming are classified as public documents pursuant to the Wyoming Public Records Act (W.S. § 16-4-201 through 16-4-205). These records are generated and maintained by government agencies during the execution of their official duties and are therefore accessible to members of the public. The Wyoming Public Records Act establishes the presumption that all government records are open for inspection unless specifically exempted by law.
The transparency of arrest records serves multiple public interests, including:
Certain portions of arrest records may be redacted or restricted if they contain sensitive information protected by privacy laws or if their release could compromise an ongoing investigation. Juvenile arrest records are generally subject to stricter confidentiality protections under Wyoming Statute § 14-6-239.
Laramie County arrest records are available through various online platforms maintained by county and state agencies. The Wyoming Judicial Branch provides electronic access to court records, which may include information related to arrests. Additionally, the Laramie County Sheriff's Office maintains a digital database of recent arrests and inmate information.
Online access to arrest records is governed by Wyoming Statute § 16-4-202(d), which states that "electronic information shall be available for electronic access when practicable." The statute further requires that custodians of public records shall provide reasonable electronic means for access.
Users of online systems should be aware of the following considerations:
The Wyoming State Court system provides a case search portal where members of the public may search for court cases related to arrests in Laramie County.
Members of the public seeking Laramie County arrest records may utilize several official channels to obtain this information. Each method offers different advantages in terms of comprehensiveness, convenience, and cost.
Individuals may visit the following agencies to request arrest records in person:
Laramie County Sheriff's Office
1910 Pioneer Avenue
Cheyenne, WY 82001
Phone: (307) 633-4700
Official Website
Cheyenne Police Department
2060 Capitol Avenue
Cheyenne, WY 82001
Phone: (307) 637-6500
Official Website
District Court, 1st Judicial District, Laramie County
309 West 20th Street, Room 3205
Cheyenne, WY 82003
Phone: (307) 633-4270
Official Website
Operating hours for these agencies are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding federal and state holidays.
Written requests for arrest records may be submitted to the appropriate agency by mail. Pursuant to W.S. § 16-4-204, requests should include:
The Wyoming court system provides electronic access to court records which may contain information about arrests. Additionally, the Laramie County court records database offers searchable access to public records.
Pursuant to W.S. § 16-4-204, agencies may charge reasonable fees for the production of records:
Arrest records maintained by Laramie County law enforcement agencies and courts typically contain standardized information as required by Wyoming Statute § 7-19-106. These records serve as official documentation of an individual's interaction with the criminal justice system.
Standard information included in Laramie County arrest records:
Supplementary information that may be included:
It should be noted that arrest records document allegations only and do not constitute proof of guilt. Pursuant to Wyoming law, individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Wyoming law provides mechanisms for the expungement of certain arrest records under specific circumstances. The legal authority for expungement is established in Wyoming Statute § 7-13-1401 through § 7-13-1408, which outlines eligibility criteria and procedures.
Individuals may petition for expungement of arrest records in Laramie County under the following circumstances:
Certain serious offenses, including violent felonies and sexual offenses, are generally ineligible for expungement under Wyoming Statute § 7-13-1502.
The expungement process requires filing a formal petition with the District Court, 1st Judicial District, Laramie County. Petitioners must:
Upon granting of an expungement order, all public records pertaining to the arrest are sealed from public view, though they remain accessible to law enforcement agencies for official purposes.
Laramie County Circuit Court
309 West 20th Street
Cheyenne, WY 82001
Phone: (307) 633-4232
Official Website