How to Fight a Reckless Driving Ticket in Wyoming
If you got a reckless driving ticket in Wyoming, you can usually pay it, contest it in court, or pursue a dismissal/mitigation option. Reckless driving (§ 31-5-229): fine up to $750; up to 6 months in jail; license suspension; dramatically higher insurance rates; misdemeanor criminal record.
How to fight a reckless driving ticket in Wyoming, step by step
Decide how to plead
Reckless driving (§ 31-5-229): fine up to $750; up to 6 months in jail; license suspension; dramatically higher insurance rates; misdemeanor criminal record. Subsequent offenses carry higher penalties.
Check Wyoming's dismissal & mitigation options
Do NOT plead guilty without consulting a licensed Wyoming criminal defense attorney. Reckless driving is a misdemeanor with criminal record consequences and up to $750 fine and 6 months jail.
Request the evidence in your case
Ask the court for the officer's notes and any photos, device records, or calibration logs relied on to issue your reckless driving citation — you have a right to review what the case against you is built on.
Know exactly what you're contesting
Reckless driving (§ 31-5-229): fine up to $750; up to 6 months in jail; license suspension; dramatically higher insurance rates; misdemeanor criminal record.
Show up prepared
Arrive early, dress neatly, and bring your documents plus a short, factual statement of your side.
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What is the statute for reckless driving in Wyoming?
WY Stat. § 31-5-229 — Reckless driving. No person shall drive any vehicle upon any highway or upon any public or private parking lot carelessly and heedlessly in willful or wanton disregard of the rights or safety of others. Reckless driving in Wyoming is a misdemeanor.
What are the penalties for reckless driving in Wyoming?
Reckless driving (§ 31-5-229): fine up to $750; up to 6 months in jail; license suspension; dramatically higher insurance rates; misdemeanor criminal record. Subsequent offenses carry higher penalties. Do NOT plead guilty without consulting a licensed Wyoming criminal defense attorney.
What should I do if cited for reckless driving in Wyoming?
Do NOT plead guilty without consulting a licensed Wyoming criminal defense attorney. Reckless driving is a misdemeanor with criminal record consequences and up to $750 fine and 6 months jail. An attorney can challenge whether the conduct meets 'willful or wanton disregard'; negotiate a reduction to a lesser traffic violation; or explore deferred sentencing. Request a continuance at first appearance if you do not have counsel.
Zigpon is an educational self-help guide, not a law firm — this is general information, not legal advice. Laws change and every case is different; verify details with your court or a licensed attorney before acting.