Laramie County Arrest Records

Laramie County arrest records refer to official documents relating to the arrest of individuals by law enforcement. An arrest may become necessary if:

• There is proof that an individual committed a crime
• A person disobeys a court order
• An individual poses a threat to self and others
• A judge/magistrate issues an arrest warrant
• A suspect fails to appear for court hearings or sentencing for a conviction.

Several law enforcement agencies generate arrest records in Laramie County. These include:

• The Laramie County Sheriff's Office
• The Cheyenne Police Department
• The Wyoming High Patrol
• Wyoming Game and Fish Department

Law enforcement agencies in Laramie County detain arrestees awaiting trials and individuals serving short-term sentences at the Laramie County Detention Center. Individuals serving long-term sentences for serious crimes may be transferred to state or federal prisons. Laramie County court records contain extensive details about an individual's arrest record and subsequent criminal case prosecution.

Are Arrest Records Public in Laramie County?

Yes, arrest records are public in Laramie County. According to the Wyoming Public Records Act, all public records (which includes Laramie County arrest records) are open for inspection or copying at reasonable times through local or state custodian agencies. Nonetheless, there are exceptions to this state law. Some Laramie arrest records are exempt from public scrutiny. For instance, arrest records relating to Juveniles, ongoing law enforcement or judicial investigations, victim and witness information, and medical and mental health are restricted from public scrutiny.

Also, custodian agencies may redact sensitive information on records, such as Social Security Numbers or contact information, for privacy reasons.

Notwithstanding, exempted Laramie County arrest records may be accessible to the records owners and their legal representatives, law enforcement agencies, and persons with judicial orders.

What Do Public Arrest Records Contain?

Public arrest records generally include the following information:

• Name, date of birth, and physical description of the arrestee
• Booking number, mugshot, and fingerprints
• Date, time, and location of the arrest
• Name of arresting officer and agency
• Charges against the owner of the record
• Case/docket number
• Bail and bond information
• Court jurisdiction handling the case (if applicable).

Laramie County Crime Rate

The Laramie County Sheriff's Office crime report to the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) data reports show that larceny-theft and aggravated assault are the most common crimes in Laramie County between 2021 and 2022.

In 2022, the Sheriff's Office reported 44 violent crimes and 330 property-related offenses. Larceny-theft accounted for 212 property crimes for the year, and there were 36 aggravated assault incidents.

Also, in the 2021 report, larceny-theft accounted for 58.3% of property crimes, while 82.5% of violent crimes were aggravated assaults.

Laramie County Arrest Statistics

Arrest statistics from the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) data report show a decline in Laramie County arrests between 2020 and 2022. In 2022, 403 adults and juveniles were taken into custody for various Offenses within the county. In comparison, there were 400 arrests in 2021. The 2021 figure shows a decrease of 230 from the 630 arrests in 2020.

Find Laramie County Arrest Records

There are several options for accessing Laramie County arrest records. Individuals seeking access to Laramie County arrest records should

• Log in to the Cheyenne Police Department Public Records Request Portal
• Click Police Public Records, create an account, log in, and submit a request to access the county's arrest records
• Contact the Laramie County Sheriff's Office during office hours at:

The Laramie County Sheriff's Office

1910 Pioneer Avenue
Cheyenne,
Wy 82001
Email: LCSO.admin@laramiecountywy.gov
Phone: (307) 633-4700

• Visit, call, or mail the Cheyenne Police Department at:

Cheyenne Police Department

415 West 18th Street
Cheyenne,
WY 82001
Phone: (307) 637-6500

• Contact the Laramie County Circuit Court Clerk's Office for arrest-related court records at:

Laramie County Circuit Court

Laramie County Complex

309 West 20th Street,
Room 2300
Cheyenne,
Wyoming 82001
Phone: (307) 633-4298
Fax: (307) 633-4392
Email: cccys@courts.state.wy.us.

Free Arrest Record Search in Laramie County

An inquirer can access Laramie County arrest records for free through local and state government resources. For free access to Laramie County arrest records:

• Log in to the Wyoming Department of Corrections Offender Locator Page, and look for arrest records through criminal reports using a name or Wyoming Department of Corrections (WDOC) Inmate number as search criteria.
• Call the Wyoming Department of Corrections Central Office at (307) 777-7208 and request access to inmates arrest records
• Search online for Laramie County arrest records. Some private online databases may provide free access to Laramie County arrest information.

Get Laramie County Criminal Records

Criminal records are official documents on individuals’ criminal histories.

Laramie County criminal records comprise information about arrests, prosecutions, convictions, sentences, and incarceration of individuals within the county's justice system.

Interested individuals seeking access to Laramie County criminal records should

• Visit the Cheyenne Police Department Public Records Request Portal, create an online account, and log in to access criminal records
• Log in to the Wyoming Department of Corrections Offender Locator Page and search for criminal records of inmates incarcerated at the Laramie County Detention Center
• Contact the Laramie County Sheriff's Office or the Cheyenne Police Department to obtain information or request access to criminal records
• Call, visit, or send a request to access the county's criminal records to the Laramie County District Court Clerk's Office at:

309 W 20th St,
Suite 3205
Cheyenne,
WY
Mail: P.O. Box 787
Cheyenne, WY
82003–0787
Phone: (307) 633-4270
Fax: (307) 633-4277
Email: districtcourtlc@laramiecountywy.gov

• Search for Laramie County criminal records through third-party online repositories. Some private websites offer information on criminal records for a fee.

Laramie County Arrest Records Vs. Criminal Records

Arrest and criminal records are documents that contain information about an individual's involvement with the law enforcement and judicial system. However, there are several distinctions between both records. Some of the differences are listed below:

An arrest record is a document that details the events leading to an arrest. On the other hand, a criminal record outlines the legal outcomes of arrests.

Arrest records information includes the date and location of the arrest, booking information, personal data, names of the arresting officer and agency, and charges against the owners of the records. Criminal records contain information about individuals' arrests, trials, convictions, and Incarceration.

Arrest records do not confirm the guilt or innocence of a person until proven in court. A criminal record indicates that a court finds an individual guilty of a crime.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

An arrest in Wyoming may remain permanent on a person's record unless the owner of the record files for an expungement petition to remove it. Owners of arrest records in Laramie County who want to seal or remove arrest information must fulfill the criteria to petition for sealing or expunging criminal records in Wyoming.

Expunge Laramie County Arrest Records

Sealing or removing arrest records in Laramie County depends on the nature and outcome of the arrests. According to Wyoming Statutes 7-13-1401,1-13-1501, and 7-13-1502, the following types of information may be eligible for expungement if the arrest:

• Does not lead to a conviction
• Is not for sexual offense, domestic violence, or involves violence
• Is for a first-time misdemeanor
• It is for minor underage alcohol offenses
• Relates to a juvenile offender or is for a non-violent felony.

In addition, the following conditions apply:

• The owner of an arrest record can file for expungement 180 days from the arrest date if the arrest does not result in a conviction.
• For misdemeanor offenses, the owner of the record may file to remove the record five years after serving the sentence if the offense did not involve the use of a gun or endangerment to self and others.
• If the arrest is for a drug offense or a non-violent felony conviction, the owner of the record may petition for expungement 10 years after serving the sentence for the offense (these include probation and completion of any court-ordered program).

In addition to the requirements above, the petitioner must have no subsequent charges or convictions during the waiting period and can only apply for expungement once in a lifetime.

In Laramie County, those eligible for expungement should follow the guidelines below:

• Obtain a copy of the arrest record from the law enforcement agency responsible for the arrest
• Prepare a petition for expungement (the petition must contain the individual’s personal information, date, signature, arrest information, reasons for expungement, and supporting documents)
• File the petition with the Laramie County District or Circuit Court Clerk's Office that handled the case.
• Pay for a filing fee.
• Serve a notice of the petition to the Laramie County District Attorney's Office and the Division of Criminal Investigation.
• Attend any court hearing relating to the petition to answer questions and counter objections from respondents. If there are no objections within the stipulated days (30 days for misdemeanors and 90 days for felony offenses), the court may enter an order granting the expungement.
• If the court grants the petition, the judge will sign the Order for Expungement and instruct the relevant agencies to seal the record.

Laramie County Arrest Warrants

An arrest warrant is a written order by a judge/magistrate authorizing law enforcement to take an individual into custody. Law enforcement must provide evidence showing that an individual has committed a crime or disobeyed a court order to obtain an arrest warrant.

An arrest warrant typically contains the following information:

• The name, date of birth, aliases, physical description, and last known address of the suspect
• Details of the alleged offense and statute violated
• Date and location of the offense
• The judge/magistrate’s signature
• Date of issuance
• The name of the court issuing the warrant
• Instructions on how law enforcement should execute the arrest and return the warrant after execution.

Laramie County Arrest Warrant Search

To obtain Laramie County active arrest warrants:

• Visit the Laramie County Sheriff's Office to enquire about Laramie's active arrest warrants
• Obtain information about Laramie County arrest warrants through the county's District and Circuit clerk of courts
• Contact the Cheyenne Police Department during business hours and request information about active Laramie arrest warrant
• Search for information about Laramie County arrest warrants through third-party websites. Some private online resources may provide access to Laramie County law enforcement records.

Do Laramie County Arrest Warrants Expire?

No, Laramie County arrest warrants have no expiry dates. They remain active until law enforcement apprehends the subject. However, an arrest warrant becomes inactive upon the arrest of the individual, the court recalls it, or the subject of the warrant dies.