Wyoming Voting Guide

Welcome to FindLaw’s Wyoming Voter Guide, which will answer your questions about voter registration, early voting, and absentee voting. We will also explain how to find your polling place, what to bring to the polls, and what to do if you see illegal activity at the voting locations.

Regardless of your political party, the same voting rules apply. If you plan to vote in the next presidential or local election, you should know your state’s voting laws. This guide will come in handy as you prepare for the upcoming general election.

Wyoming Voting General Rules

Wyoming law prohibits electioneering within 100 feet of the polls on election day. This includes the display of signs or literature, and exit polls unless conducted by news media. Any voter intimidation or harassment of election officials at any time is a misdemeanor. Voters who are in line when the polls close at 7:00 p.m. have the right to cast their ballots on Election Day.

Am I eligible to vote in Wyoming?

You must meet specific requirements to vote in Wyoming elections.

The law requires that you:

• Be 18 years old on Election Day
• Be a U.S. citizen
• Be a resident of Wyoming and the precinct where you registered to vote
• Have been a bona fide resident of Wyoming for at least 30 days prior to the date of the election
• Provide a valid form of identification

You cannot vote in a Wyoming election if:

• The courts have ruled you mentally incompetent
• You have a felony conviction

If you served a felony conviction, you can register to vote if you were pardoned or have had your rights restored by the court. Those convicted of a felony in another state who had their rights restored there must still request to have them restored in Wyoming as well. Contact the Wyoming Department of Corrections for additional information.

Where Do I Vote?

Your voting location depends on where you live in the state. The Wyoming Secretary of State’s website has a Polling Place Locator to locate your local polling place. The website asks you to type your address slowly so the Address Finder can locate it correctly.

How To Register in Wyoming

There are several ways to register to vote in Wyoming. These include registering:

• In Person: You can complete a Wyoming Voter Registration Form at your local Wyoming County Clerk’s Office. When you register in person, you must bring an acceptable form of identification, such as a Wyoming driver’s license, tribal ID, University of Wyoming student ID, or other similar ID.
• By Mail: You can download a Registration Form and mail it to your county clerk’s office. The voter registration deadline is 14 days before the election.
• At the Polls: You can register to vote at the polls on Election Day. Use the Polling Place Locator to find your voting location.

Wyoming does not have online or DMV registration. You may only register by these approved methods.

How do I request an absentee ballot in Wyoming?

Wyoming does not have mail-in voting. Voters may request an absentee ballot if they do not wish to travel to the polls on Election Day. If you want to vote by absentee ballot, contact your local Wyoming county clerk. You can also submit an Absentee Ballot Request Form via email.

Absentee voting begins 28 days before the election for in-state voters and ends the day of the election. If you have voted by absentee ballot, you cannot change your vote the day of the election.

For military or overseas voters, the start date is 45 days before an election. Visit the Wyoming Secretary of State’s website to register, submit, and track your absentee ballot.

What do I need to bring to the polls in Wyoming?

Under the Wyoming Voter ID Law, all voters must present a photo ID when voting in person.

Some acceptable forms of ID include:

• Wyoming Driver’s License or ID Card
• Tribal ID Card
• Valid US Passport
• US Military Card

Beginning December 31, 2029, Medicare and Medicaid insurance cards will no longer be accepted as voter ID. If you don’t have an acceptable form of ID, you can get a free Wyoming Identification Card at a driver services location.

What special accommodations are available?

If you are a Wyoming voter with disabilities, you have certain rights when it comes to casting your ballot. These include:

• Help reading a ballot
• Assistance in marking a ballot
• The company of your service animal
• Accessible voting machines

If you require any additional assistance, contact your local election office.

What if I see something illegal at the polls?

If you witness or experience something you think is illegal, do not confront the person yourself. If the offense is minor, fill out a Wyoming Election Code Violation Complaint Form and submit it to your county clerk. If it occurs at the polls, notify a local election official or law enforcement as soon as possible.

If you believe someone has violated your voting rights, consider seeking the advice and assistance of an experienced legal professional.

Get Legal Advice from a Wyoming Attorney

Meeting with a lawyer can help you understand your voting rights. Your civil rights attorney can also help answer questions about Wyoming’s election information and protect your right to vote.