WY SF0008

Creates new criminal offense of "absconding for criminal purposes" under W.S. 6-5-215

Applies when a person travels between Wyoming counties or from Wyoming to another jurisdiction after committing a crime with intent to evade law enforcement, to commit additional offenses, or to dispose of/conceal criminal proceeds

Covers offenses under Wyoming's criminal code and the Wyoming Controlled Substances Act of 1971

Penalty matches the most serious underlying crime that was committed, intended, or furthered by the absconding

Effective July 1, 2026