WYOMING CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY
Charged With a Crime in Wyoming? You Need a Trial Attorney.
Rogers & Garvie represents individuals facing criminal charges across Wyoming — from first-offense DUI to serious felonies. Thomas Garvie spent years in Wyoming courtrooms as a Public Defender before co-founding this practice. He knows what it takes to fight — and to win.
Former Public Defender
Tried Cases to Verdict
Statewide Representation
Direct Attorney Access
The Wyoming criminal justice system is not designed to go easy on you. Prosecutors are experienced, law enforcement is trained, and the consequences of a conviction reach far beyond a fine or jail sentence. The decisions made in the first hours and days after a charge — what you say, what you sign, whether you appear at arraignment with counsel — can shape the entire trajectory of your case.
A Criminal Charge in Wyoming Is Serious. Your Defense Should Be Too.
WHY REPRESENTATION MATTERS
An experienced criminal defense attorney does not just show up for trial. They work the case from the moment they are retained — identifying weaknesses in the prosecution's evidence, challenging unlawful searches and seizures, protecting your constitutional rights, and positioning you for the best possible outcome whether that means a dismissal, a reduction, or a verdict at trial.
At Rogers & Garvie, criminal defense is not a sideline practice. Thomas Garvie built his career in Wyoming criminal courts and has tried cases to verdict across the state. When you hire us, you hire an attorney who is comfortable in a courtroom, knows how prosecutors think, and will not flinch when your case requires a fight. If your rights were violated during your arrest or investigation, we will find it — and use it.
HOW WE CAN HELP
Beyond fines and jail time, a criminal conviction in Wyoming creates consequences that follow you for years — sometimes permanently.
Permanent criminal record affecting your reputation statewide
Housing and rental application denials
Loss of your right to own or possess a firearm under Wyoming and federal law
Federal student loan and financial aid eligibility
Immigration consequences including deportation or visa denial
Loss of security clearances
Impact on child custody and parenting time arrangements
Employment & professional license suspension or revocation
WHAT WE HANDLE
Wyoming Criminal Charges We Defend
DUI / Driving Under the Influence
Wyoming sets the BAC limit at 0.08%. Even a first-offense DUI carries up to six months in jail, fines up to $750, a 90-day license suspension, and mandatory ignition interlock. Second and subsequent offenses escalate sharply.
Wyoming DUI Defense →
Theft & Property Crimes
Theft, burglary, and property crime charges range from misdemeanor to felony depending on value and circumstance. We analyze the evidence, identify defenses, and work toward the best available outcome at every level.
Theft Crime Defense →
Drug Crimes
Wyoming has some of the toughest drug laws in the region. Depending on the substance and quantity, charges can carry up to 20 years and $25,000 in fines. Alternative sentencing programs exist for nonviolent offenders — knowing how to access them matters.
Drug Crime Defense →
Weapons & Firearms Offenses
Wyoming is a Second Amendment-friendly state, but firearms charges — including unlawful possession and use — carry serious federal and state consequences. A conviction can permanently strip your right to carry.
Weapons Offense Defense →
Violent Crimes
Assault, battery, aggravated assault, robbery, and homicide charges carry severe penalties and lasting reputational consequences. These cases require an attorney with trial experience — not someone dabbling in criminal defense.
Violent Crime Defense →
Expungements
If you have a prior conviction or arrest record, Wyoming law may allow expungement under Wyo. Stat. § 7-13-1401. A clean record can reopen doors for employment, housing, and licensing. We evaluate your eligibility and handle the process.
Wyoming Expungements →
What Happens After You Call Us
HOW WE WORK
We keep our caseload manageable so your attorney knows your name, your facts, and your file.
Step 01
Free Consultation
We hear your story, explain what the criminal process looks like in Wyoming, and make sure you understand your options before you deciding who to hire.
Step 02
Case Investigation
We pull the evidence, review law enforcement conduct, identify any constitutional violations, and build your defense from the ground up.
Step 03
Strategy & Negotiation
We engage the prosecution early, identify weaknesses in their case, and pursue every avenue for reduction or dismissal before trial.
Step 04
Trial If Necessary
If your case goes to trial, Thomas Garvie is a seasoned Wyoming trial attorney. We do not settle for bad outcomes just to avoid a courtroom.
Why Thomas Garvie
YOUR ATTORNEY
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Thomas Garvie
Thomas began his legal career as a Wyoming Public Defender, where he handled hundreds of matters, both serious felonies and misdemeanors, and tried them to verdict in courts across the state. He knows the prosecution’s playbook because he has seen every case from every angle — as defense counsel, and alongside prosecutors in the same courts. There is no place he is more comfortable than a Wyoming courtroom, and no client he will not fight for. When the stakes are high, Thomas is the attorney you want in your corner.
CRIMINAL DEFENSE & FAMILY LAW
COMMON QUESTIONS
Wyoming Criminal Defense FAQs
What should I do immediately after being arrested in Wyoming?
Invoke your right to remain silent and your right to counsel — then stop talking. Do not answer questions, consent to searches, or make statements to law enforcement without an attorney present. Call us as soon as you are able. The decisions you make in the first hours matter more than most people realize.
What happens at an arraignment in Wyoming?
Arraignment is your first formal court appearance after charges are filed. The judge will read the charges and you will enter a plea — typically not guilty at this stage. Bail may also be set or revisited. Having an attorney at arraignment can significantly affect your bond conditions and the trajectory of the case from day one.
Can criminal charges in Wyoming be reduced or dismissed?
Yes — in many cases charges can be reduced through negotiation, and in some cases dismissed entirely based on constitutional violations, evidentiary problems, or prosecutorial discretion. Wyoming also has diversion and alternative sentencing programs for certain nonviolent and first-time offenders. Whether those outcomes are available depends on the specific facts of your case.
How do I know if my rights were violated during my arrest?
Most people do not know — that is exactly why you need an attorney reviewing the record. We examine the arrest, the search, the interrogation, and the chain of evidence for Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendment violations. If your rights were violated, evidence obtained as a result may be suppressed, which can significantly change the outcome of your case.
What does it cost to hire a criminal defense attorney?
Our fees are flat — not hourly. You know what representation costs before you sign anything, which means no surprise invoices and no incentive for us to run up your bill. Trial representation, if it becomes necessary, is addressed separately in your engagement agreement.
Wyoming Criminal Defense — Statewide
WHERE WE PRACTICE
Albany County (Laramie)
We appear regularly in all courts in the Second Judicial District as well as the municipal court. We know the court, the prosecutors, and the process in Albany County inside and out.
Carbon County (Rawlins)
We represent clients in Carbon County and the Second Judicial District. Remote consultation available for clients outside Laramie.
Laramie County (Cheyenne)
We regularly represent clients in Cheyenne and the First Judicial District, including matters in the district, circuit, and municipal court.
Sweetwater County (Rock Springs / Green River)
We accept criminal defense matters statewide, including the Sweetwater County courts in the Third Judicial District.
Natrona County (Casper)
We appear regularly in all courts in the Second Judicial District as well as the municipal court. We know the court, the prosecutors, and the process in Albany County inside and out.
Statewide Representation
For many matters, in-person attendance at every hearing is not required. We offer remote consultation and statewide representation for clients who live in an outside of Wyoming.
Facing a Criminal Charge in Wyoming? Call Today.
The sooner you have an attorney, the more options you have. Call Rogers & Garvie for a free, confidential consultation about your case — no commitment required.
In person in Laramie | By phone | Statewide