CHEYENNE FAMILY LAW BLOG
What are the penalties for DUI in Wyoming?
Motorists in Wyoming can receive a charge of driving under the influence with measured blood alcohol content above 0.08%. An officer can also make a DUI arrest if the person displays obvious drug or alcohol impairment. If you face these charges, learn about the...
4 reasons to choose divorce mediation
Divorce is a common experience for approximately 39% of couples in the U.S., reports Time, so if you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, you are not alone. No matter your reason for divorce, the ensuing process can be emotionally difficult and depending...
Plea bargain reduces Wyoming man’s felony theft sentence
Felony theft offenses in Wyoming may result in a punishment that includes incarceration of up to 10 years and a $10,000 fine. For a felony charge, the property, goods or money allegedly taken must have a value of at least $1,000. An amount valued less than $1,000 may...
How much does a Wyoming DUI raise your auto insurance rates?
When authorities in Wyoming charge you with drinking and driving, you have a lot to potentially lose. While the repercussions associated with driving under the influence tend to increase in severity with each additional offense, even first-time drunk drivers should...
4 times police can search your car for drugs without a warrant
In late August 2018, a Wyoming state trooper made headlines when he found almost a ton of marijuana in a trailer on I-80. In that case, a pickup driver was pulling a flatbed trailer. During a routine commercial vehicle inspection, a police dog indicated the presence...
Breath test reliability and blood alcohol levels
Law enforcement officers in Wyoming and across the country often ask motorists to submit to a roadside breath test when pulled over on suspicion of drinking and driving. The test allows officers to measure drivers’ blood alcohol content level without taking an actual...
Making child custody decisions that work best for the kids
Divorce is a difficult process, and the youngest members of the family can experience a significant emotional and mental impact from this choice. In Wyoming and elsewhere, it's important for parents to protect their kids and provide them with a child custody...
Once awarded, can an alimony order ever be adjusted?
When going through a divorce in the state of Wyoming, one spouse may qualify to receive spousal support as part of the final settlement. The how much and for how long can either be figured out through private negotiations or a judge can decide the precise alimony...
Shared parenting becoming popular child custody arrangement
Entertainers Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga made headlines when they starred in a remake of the film "A Star is Born" in 2018. Their reported chemistry may have contributed to the fact that Cooper and his wife of four years have recently parted ways. Despite their...
Divorce issues: Prenups need to be revised after life events
Many Wyoming couples and others around the nation choose to develop prenuptial agreements before they tie the knot. These agreements are understandably based on the couples' current job and family arrangements. However, what happens with those prenups when a couple's...