Every question we hear from families across Wyoming, answered clearly and completely. Seven sections covering every aspect of the bail process, organized so you can find what you need fast.
The fundamentals of how bail bonds work in Wyoming.
A bail bond is a contract where a licensed bail bond agency pays the full bail amount to the court on behalf of the defendant, securing their release from jail while their case proceeds. The family pays the agency a non-refundable premium of 10% of the bail amount, set by Wyoming state law. The defendant is released and must appear at all scheduled court hearings.
Bail is the amount the court requires to be deposited to secure the defendant's release. A bail bond is the mechanism for posting that amount without paying it in full yourself. When you use a bail bond agent, you pay 10% and the agent guarantees the full amount to the court. If you pay bail directly in cash, the full amount must be deposited and is returned at the end of the case minus any court fees.
For most misdemeanor charges, bail is set automatically at the jail using a standard schedule immediately after booking. For felony charges, bail is typically set at a bail hearing held within 24 to 48 hours of arrest. The judge considers the severity of the charge, the defendant's criminal history, their ties to the community, and whether they are considered a flight risk.
In most cases bail is set at some amount. Bail can be denied for capital offenses or when the court finds the defendant is a severe flight risk or danger to the community. For the vast majority of charges in Wyoming, bail is available. We will tell you honestly what is possible for your specific situation when you call.
Yes. Once bail is posted, the defendant is released and remains free throughout the court process as long as they comply with all release conditions and appear for every scheduled hearing. The bond is not forfeited if they are found guilty. It is only forfeited if they fail to appear in court.
Wyoming Bail Bonds is licensed to post bonds in all 23 Wyoming counties. We have working relationships with every county detention facility and court in the state, from Laramie County in the southeast to Teton County in the northwest to Campbell County in the northeast.
Yes. We answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year including all holidays. A real person picks up on every call. Arrests do not keep business hours and neither do we.
Yes. Wyoming Bail Bonds holds a valid Wyoming bail bond license and operates in full compliance with Wyoming state law. We are licensed in all 23 Wyoming counties.
What you pay, how much, and what payment options are available.
Wyoming state law sets the bail bond premium at exactly 10% of the total bail amount for all charge types statewide. If bail is set at $5,000, the premium is $500. If bail is $25,000, the premium is $2,500. Use our free bail calculator to estimate the cost for your specific situation.
No. The 10% premium is a non-refundable service fee. It is earned when the defendant is released from custody, regardless of the outcome of the case, whether charges are reduced, or whether the defendant is ultimately found not guilty.
Wyoming Bail Bonds requires a minimum of 50% of the premium as a down payment to begin the bonding process. On a $500 premium that is $250 down. On a $2,000 premium that is $1,000 down. The remaining balance can be financed on a payment plan.
Yes. We require 50% down and can finance the remaining balance on a payment plan tailored to your situation. We understand that a bail situation is rarely something families plan for and we work with you to make the financial side as manageable as possible.
Call us immediately if you are having difficulty with a payment. We work with families through these situations. What we cannot do is allow the bond to lapse, as that creates serious legal consequences for the defendant. Communication is key and we are always willing to discuss alternatives.
Collateral requirements depend on the bail amount and circumstances. For smaller bonds we often require no collateral beyond the premium payment. For larger bonds we may ask for property, a vehicle title, or a creditworthy co-signer. Call us to discuss your specific situation and we will tell you exactly what is needed.
If you used a bail bond agent, the 10% premium is not returned. It is a service fee. If you paid the full bail amount in cash directly to the court, that amount is returned at the conclusion of the case minus any court-imposed fees and costs.
What happens from the arrest to the release and beyond.
Ideally: the full name of the person arrested, which city or county they were arrested in, the charge if you know it, and the bail amount if it has been set. If you do not have all of this we can often find the information ourselves. Do not wait to call just because you are missing some details.
Call the county detention center in the city or county where the arrest occurred. You can also call Wyoming Bail Bonds at (307) 433-7777 and we will help locate your loved one and confirm their booking status immediately. We have direct contacts at every Wyoming county facility.
Once we post the bond, release from a Wyoming county detention facility typically takes 1 to 4 hours. The exact time depends on how busy the facility is and what time of day the bond is posted. We stay in contact with you throughout and let you know as soon as your loved one is released.
The defendant must comply with all release conditions set by the court. At minimum this means appearing at every scheduled court hearing. Additional conditions may include no-contact orders, travel restrictions, check-ins with pretrial services, drug testing, or surrender of firearms. Violating any release condition can result in immediate return to custody and forfeiture of the bond.
If the defendant fails to appear, the court will issue a bench warrant for their arrest and may forfeit the bail bond. If there is a legitimate reason for missing a hearing, an attorney must contact the court immediately before the hearing date to request a continuance.
Once the case concludes by dismissal, acquittal, or sentencing, the bond is exonerated and the defendant's obligation to appear ends. The 10% premium is not returned as it was the fee for the service. Any collateral that was pledged is released back to the owner.
Yes. We handle out-of-state family situations regularly, particularly for arrests along the I-25 and I-80 corridors and in tourist areas like Jackson Hole and Cody. We post the bond remotely and keep you informed throughout. One call to (307) 433-7777 is all it takes regardless of where you are located.
Release on recognizance means the judge allows the defendant to be released without posting bail, based on their criminal history, community ties, and the nature of the charge. Not everyone qualifies. If bail has been set, a bond must be posted to secure release.
How bail works for specific charge categories across Wyoming.
We handle every bailable charge type in Wyoming: DUI, felony, misdemeanor, assault, weapons, domestic violence, theft, fraud, and drug offenses. If bail has been set by a Wyoming court, we can post it. For detailed information on each charge type see our services pages.
The charge classification primarily determines the bail amount and how bail is set. Misdemeanor bail is generally lower and set automatically at booking using a standard schedule. Felony bail is typically higher and usually requires a bail hearing in front of a judge. We handle both with equal urgency.
A first-offense DUI is a misdemeanor and bail typically runs $1,000 to $2,500. DUI becomes a felony on a third or subsequent conviction within 10 years, if it causes serious bodily injury, or if it causes death. Felony DUI bail is set at a hearing and can run $10,000 to $50,000 or more.
Yes. Wyoming law requires a mandatory hold of at least 24 hours following a domestic violence arrest before the defendant can be released, even if bail has been posted. Post bail as early as possible so your loved one is processed for release the moment the hold expires.
Courts routinely impose no-contact orders with the alleged victim, prohibitions on returning to a shared residence, firearms surrender requirements, and sometimes check-ins with pretrial services. These are court-ordered release conditions, not convictions. Violating them can result in immediate return to custody.
Theft under $1,000 is a misdemeanor. Theft of $1,000 or more is a felony, with severity increasing as the value increases. Burglary and robbery are treated as felonies regardless of the value of property involved.
Simple marijuana possession in small amounts is a misdemeanor. Possession of Schedule I or II controlled substances such as methamphetamine or heroin is a felony. Possession with intent to distribute and trafficking carry substantially higher bail and penalties. Bail ranges from $500 for simple possession to $100,000 or more for large-scale trafficking.
The most common are possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, carrying under the influence, possession of a weapon while another crime is being committed, and unlawful carry in prohibited locations. Each carries different bail ranges and we handle all of them statewide.
Courts sometimes set higher bail for fraud defendants, particularly in cases involving large dollar amounts, because financial resources can facilitate flight. Bail may also include conditions such as passport surrender. We handle fraud bonds at all bail levels across Wyoming.
In Wyoming, assault is the attempt or threat to cause bodily harm without physical contact. Battery involves actual physical contact. Both start as misdemeanor charges at the lower end but can escalate to felonies depending on severity, the use of a weapon, and the extent of injury caused.
How to find someone and what facility they are held at in each major Wyoming city.
The Laramie County Detention Center is at 1910 Pioneer Avenue, Cheyenne, WY 82001. Phone: (307) 633-4715. All arrests by the Cheyenne Police Department and the Laramie County Sheriff are processed and held there. See our Cheyenne bail bonds page for full local information including law enforcement contacts and directions.
The Natrona County Detention Center is at 1100 Bruce Lane, Casper, WY 82601. Phone: (307) 235-9521. All Casper arrests are processed and held there. See our Casper bail bonds page for full local information.
The Campbell County Detention Center is at 600 W Boxelder Road, Gillette, WY 82718. Phone: (307) 687-6138. The Sheriff's Office and detention facility share the same complex. See our Gillette bail bonds page for full local information.
The Albany County Detention Center is at 420 Ivinson Avenue, Laramie, WY 82070. Phone: (307) 755-3520. All arrests in Laramie are processed and held there. See our Laramie bail bonds page for full local information.
The Sweetwater County Detention Center is at 50140B US-191 South, Rock Springs, WY 82901. Phone: (307) 922-5300. The Sheriff's Office and jail share the same facility. See our Rock Springs bail bonds page for full local information.
The Sheridan County Detention Center is at 54 W 13th Street, Sheridan, WY 82801. Phone: (307) 672-5623. The Sheriff's Office and detention facility share the same building. See our Sheridan bail bonds page for full local information.
The Teton County Detention Center is at 175 S Willow Street, Jackson, WY 83001. Phone: (307) 733-2141. This facility processes arrests from the Jackson Police Department, the Teton County Sheriff, Wyoming Highway Patrol, and federal agencies including Grand Teton National Park. See our Jackson Hole bail bonds page for full local information.
The Park County Detention Center is at 1402 River View Drive, Cody, WY 82414. Phone: (307) 527-8750. The Cody Police Department, Park County Sheriff, and Park County Detention Center all share this Law Enforcement Center. See our Cody bail bonds page for full local information.
Teton County judges routinely set higher bail, particularly for defendants with no local ties, which describes most people arrested in this tourist and resort community. A charge carrying $1,500 bail in Laramie County can carry $3,000 to $5,000 or more in Teton County for the same offense. We have the resources to handle Teton County bail amounts and post bonds there regularly.
Yes. We are licensed in all 23 Wyoming counties. If the arrest happened in Goshen County, Platte County, Hot Springs County, Carbon County, or any other Wyoming county, we can post the bond. Call us at (307) 433-7777 and we will handle it.
Quick links to detailed information for each charge type we handle statewide.
Each of our service pages covers how bail is set for that charge in Wyoming, typical bail ranges, what factors affect the amount, and answers to the most common questions for that specific charge. Select a service below to go directly to that page.
City-specific bail bond pages with local jail info, law enforcement contacts, and city-specific FAQ.
Each city page has detailed local information including the county jail address and phone number, the local sheriff and police department contacts with directions, a bail calculator set to that county's court, and city-specific FAQ questions and answers. Select a city below.