Wyoming Inmate Directory

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The State of Wyoming has 23 Jails across 23 counties which includes Laramie County, Natrona County, Campbell County, Sweetwater County, Fremont County and others.

Wyoming, nicknamed “The Equality State,” is located in the Rocky Mountain region of the United States. It’s known for its vast plains, stunning mountain ranges, and outdoor recreation opportunities. Cheyenne, the capital city, offers a blend of historical sites, government buildings, and a taste of the Wild West.

  • Capital City: Cheyenne
  • Population: As of 2023, Wyoming’s population is estimated to be around 581,000, making it the least populous state in the nation.
  • Correctional Facilities: The Wyoming Department of Corrections (WDOC) manages the state’s prison system, with a centralized approach:
    • Wyoming Medium Correctional Institution (WMCI): Located in Torrington, WMCI is a multi-security level facility housing adult male offenders with varying sentences.
    • Wyoming Women’s Center (WWC): Located in Lusk, WWC houses adult female offenders with varying sentences.
    • Community Corrections Programs: WDOC offers programs for lower-risk offenders serving shorter sentences or transitioning back into society. These may include halfway houses and electronic monitoring.
    • County Jails: Wyoming has 23 counties, with most operating their own jails to hold individuals awaiting trial or serving short sentences.
  • State Prison Population: As of 2021, Wyoming’s prison population was approximately 2,100 inmates. This translates to an incarceration rate of around 362 per 100,000 residents, which is significantly higher than the national average.
  • Probation Population: The exact number of individuals on probation in Wyoming fluctuates, but estimates suggest it’s likely several times higher than the prison population. As of 2021, it was likely in the range of over 3,900 on probation.
  • Violent Crime Rate: Wyoming’s violent crime rate consistently falls below the national average according to the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting data.

Wyoming Inmate Search

Resources for Further Information:

The Wyoming Department of Corrections website provides a public inmate search function. You can search for inmates by name or WDOC identification number. The search may not include individuals held in local county jails.

Wyoming Inmate Locator

Wyoming Department of Correction

Wyoming Court System