Wyoming2025Did Not Pass
HB0187
Changes to Theft Penalties
Last scannedOct 25, 2026, 2:19 AM
In one sentence
The bill changes the penalties for theft and related offenses in Wyoming.
What it does
- Reduces the value threshold for felony theft from $1,000 to $500.
- Increases the penalty for repeat theft offenders by changing a third offense to a felony.
- Raises the maximum fine for misdemeanor theft from $750 to $1,500.
- Makes using devices that block anti-theft systems in stores a more serious crime.
Who it affects
- People who commit theft or related offenses
- Law enforcement agencies and courts
Limits and unknowns
- The bill did not pass and was not considered for introduction.
- It is unclear how these changes would affect the number of theft cases classified as felonies versus misdemeanors.
Plain language
Terms to know
- Felony
- A serious crime that can lead to a prison sentence of more than one year.
- Misdemeanor
- A less serious crime that usually results in a shorter jail time or fine.
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Bill history
- H Did not Consider for IntroductionHouse
- H Received for IntroductionHouse
- Bill Number AssignedLSO