If you’re cited for a traffic violation in Wyoming and you don’t successfully beat the citation in traffic court you likely have to pay a fine. In most states, traffic violations are non-criminal infractions. But in Wyoming, traffic offenses are typically misdemeanors. Here are the fine amounts for speeding, stop sign, red light, and distracted driving violations in Wyoming. However, penalties can vary depending on the circumstances.
What Are the Fines for Wyoming Speeding Tickets?
In Wyoming, speeding ticket fines depend on the type of violation, the driver's speed, and where the violation occurred.
Wyoming's Basic and Maximum Speed Limit Laws
Wyoming has a basic speeding law and maximum speed limits. The basic speeding law prohibits driving at a speed that is faster than “reasonable and prudent” given the current conditions and road attributes. Maximum speed limits (sometimes called “absolute limits”) just set the top lawful speed on the particular portion of the roadway. (Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 31-5-301 (2025).)
Wyoming's Speeding Violation Penalties
|
Type of Violation |
Fine |
|
Basic speed law violation |
$250 |
|
1 to 5 miles per hour over the limit |
$65 plus $2 for each mile per hour over the limit |
|
6 to 10 miles per hour over the limit |
$100 plus $7 for each mile per hour in excess of 5 miles per hour over the limit |
|
11 to 20 miles per hour over the limit |
$155 plus $7 for each mile per hour in excess of 10 miles per hour over the limit |
|
21 or more miles per hour over the limit |
$255 plus $7 for each mile per hour in excess of 20 miles per hour over the limit |
The fines are substantially more for violations in school zones.
What Are the Fines for Stop Sign and Stop Light Tickets in Wyoming?
The penalties for stop sign and red light tickets depend on the type of violation.
Wyoming's Stop Sign and Traffic Signal Rules
At a stop sign or stop light, motorists must come to a complete stop before the nearest of a marked stop line, entering the crosswalk, or entering the intersection itself. Unless there’s a sign prohibiting it, a right turn on red (after first stopping) is allowed in Wyoming. (Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 31-5-222 (2025); Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 31-5-403 (2025).)
Penalties for Running a Red Light or Stop Sign in Wyoming
|
Type of Violation |
Fine |
|
Red light |
$150 |
|
Stop sign |
$150 |
What Are the Fines for Distracted Driving in Wyoming?
Wyoming’s distracted driving laws text messaging while operating a vehicle but does not currently restrict talking on a cell phone. The maximum fine for distracted driving tickets is $75. (Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 31-5-237 (2025).)