Criminal Defense Attorney – Cheyenne, WY
Defense attorneys have a vital role in both criminal and civil law. As the name implies, they defend individuals against allegations and work to ensure their client’s rights are not violated inside or outside the courtroom. With years of both civil and criminal law experience, and named one of the top Criminal Defense Attorneys in Wyoming by handleonthelaw.com, Ryan Wright is ready to help with your legal defense needs.
Defense lawyers have a wide range of duties – from gaining a deep understanding of their client’s case to knowing small details that can make a difference in an outcome. In a criminal case, this often involves analyzing all reports, interviews, and evidence, as well as understanding the background and facts regarding the incident. It’s also common for a legal defense team to speak with witnesses to gain firsthand information and conduct their own research.
Normally, a prosecutor will offer a defendant a plea deal before taking the matter to trial. While this often involves the defendant pleading guilty to a less serious crime, it’s important to have an attorney who is knowledgeable in criminal law advise the defendent during this process. Sometimes a plea deal can be beneficial because of the time and money it saves. Other times, it may be better to proceed to trial. A knowledgeable defense attorney often knows the best option with the least amount of risk versus reward, and provides counsel regarding what to do.
When a criminal case goes to court, a defendant always benefits from an attorney that knows how to handle a criminal case in the courtroom. From voir dire (the process selecting jurors) to questioning and presenting evidence, a knowledgeable defense lawyer helps make sure their client’s rights are upheld in the courtroom.
The Wright Law Firm has experience in controlled substance cases as well as other areas of criminal defense.
The Wright Law Firm brings a wealth of experience to every case, with a team that has conducted numerous trials, courtroom hearings and conferences. Our lawyers have served in various capacities, including Deputy County Attorneys, Assistant District Attorneys at the Laramie County District Attorney’s Office, and District Attorney in one of the busiest prosecutor offices in Wyoming. Our team’s legal experience includes handling business, corporate, family law, criminal law ranging from drug crimes, felonies, and misdemeanors ranging from DUI to domestic violence. Our attorneys also have experience in the public sector and private practice, focusing on government law and corporate and commercial law.
In addition to their prosecutorial background, our attorneys have represented other lawyers in front of the Wyoming Bar and licensing for other professionals, helping to resolve complaints and disputes. We believe in the importance of protecting everyone’s rights.
Our team members, while having roots in Wyoming, have received formal education and gained experience in various locations, enriching their perspectives on legal issues. These diverse experiences have shaped their practice and their appreciation for what Wyoming has to offer. At The Wright Law Firm, we recognize that every case is unique and requires a tailored approach based on its specific facts. Drawing on substantial courtroom and trial experience, our lawyers are committed to fighting for successful outcomes for every client.
The Wright Law Firm practices in Appeals, Business Formation, Business Law, Business Litigation, Complex Business Litigation, Criminal Defense, Family Law, Personal Injury, and Victims of Crime.
Previous Cases
The following are criminal cases that Ryan handled and their results. (Previous results do not guarantee a similar outcome in future cases.)
2025
State of Wyoming vs. T.S.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Possession of Controlled Substance (Marijuana) – Misdemeanor
Outcome: Dismissed on August 4, 2025.
State of Wyoming vs. A.L.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Fleeing/Eluding and Reckless Driving – Misdemeanors
Outcome: Dismissed on April 8, 2025
State of Wyoming vs. A.M.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Possession of a Controlled Substance (Marijuana) – Misdemeanor
Outcome: Deferral on April 15, 2025
State of Wyoming vs. A.G.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Possession of Precursors with Intent to Run a Clandestine Lab (2 counts) and Possession of Equipment for Manufacturing Methamphetamine – Felonies
Outcome: Dismissed one count of Possession of Precursors with Intent to Run a Clandestine Lab – Felony and one count of Possession of Equipment for Manufacturing Methamphetamine – Felony.
Sentenced on one count of Possession of Precursors with Intent to Run a Clandestine Lab – Felony to 12 months in prison suspended for 18 months of supervised probation on May 7, 2025
State of Wyoming vs. J.B.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Possession of a Controlled Substance – Misdemeanor
Outcome: Dismissed on May 20, 2025
State of Wyoming vs. R.B.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Failure to Maintain Lane / Unsafe Lane Change, Improper Right Turn, No proof of Liability Insurance, and DUI – Misdemeanors
Outcome: Dismissed Failure to Maintain Lane / Unsafe Lane Change, Improper Right Turn, No proof of Liability Insurance – Misdemeanors
Sentenced on DUI – Misdemeanor for 60 days suspended for 1 year of unsupervised probation on June 3, 2025.
State of Wyoming vs. K.S.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Possession of a Controlled Substance – Misdemeanor
Outcome: Dismissed on July 10, 2025
State of Wyoming vs. A.O.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Possession of Controlled Substance (Marijuana) – Misdemeanor
Outcome: Dismissed on July 16, 2025.
2024
State of Wyoming vs. A.M.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Violent or Tumultuous Act – Misdemeanor
Outcome: Deferred on Nov 12, 2024
State of Wyoming vs. B.S.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Possession of Controlled Substance – Liquid 3/10 gram or less (Misdemeanor).
Outcome: Dismissed on 11-12-2024
State of Wyoming vs. I.D.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Minor in Possession of Nicotine (Misdemeanor), Possession of Controlled Substance – Liquid 3/10 gram or less (Misdemeanor), and Speeding (Misdemeanor).
Outcome: Dismissed Possession Nicotine and Possession of Controlled Substance and fine only on speeding on 11-20-2024
State of Wyoming vs. J.M.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Burglary (Felony), Revocation of DUI Probation (Misdemeanor).
Outcome: Amended to Misdemeanor Criminal Entry and Probation Reinstated with all jail time suspended on 5-15-2024
State of Wyoming vs. G.R.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Possession of Controlled Substance – Marijuana (Misdemeanor).
Outcome: Dismissed on 4-24-2024
State of Wyoming vs. K.R.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Aggravated Assault & Battery – Serious Bodily Injury (Felony).
Outcome: Amended to Reckless Endanger (Misdemeanor) and deferred for 1 year of unsupervised probation on 1-26-2024
2023
State of Wyoming vs. D.D.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: DUI – Serious Bodily Injury (Felony) and Reckless Endangering (Misdemeanor)
Outcome: Amend to Careless Driving with fine only on 12-28-2023
State of Wyoming vs. D.T.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Speeding 61 in 40 mpg zone (Misdemeanor).
Outcome: Dismissed on 12-15-2023
State of Wyoming vs. M.T.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Operating a Watercraft While Under the Influence (Misdemeanor) and Reckless Operation of a Watercraft (Misdemeanor)
Outcome: Deferred – Operating a Watercraft While Under the Influence and fine with credit for time served on Reckless Operation of a Watercraft on 12-7-2023
State of Wyoming vs. R.D.T.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Robbery (Felony), Aggravated Battery (Felony).
Outcome: Dismissed on 8-21-2023
State of Wyoming vs. K.S.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Probation Violation – Revoked.
Outcome: Reinstated to probation on 6-28-2023
State of Wyoming vs. R.S.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Failure to Maintain Lane of Travel (misdemeanor).
Outcome: Dismissed on 5-22-2023
United States vs. H.M.
Practice Area: Federal Criminal Defense
Description: Unsafe Operation of a Motorcycle (Yellowstone National Park- Federal Misdemeanor).
Outcome: Dismissed on 8-23-2023
United States vs. D.P.
Practice Area: Federal Criminal Defense
Description: Unsafe Operation of a Motorcycle (Yellowstone National Park- Federal Misdemeanor).
Outcome: Dismissed on 8-23-2023
State of Wyoming vs. J.R.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Domestic Battery.
Outcome: Dismissed on 1-10-2023
City of Cheyenne vs. M.G.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: DUI and Duty to Stop.
Outcome: DUI – Unsupervised Probation, Duty to Stop – Dismissed on 3-20-2023
State of Wyoming vs. I.S.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: DUI and No Insurance citation.
Outcome: DUI – Sentence Suspended, No Insurance- Dismissed on 6-5-2023
City of Cheyenne vs. R.T.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Appeal of Guilty Jury Verdict
Outcome: Reversed and Remanded for a new Trial on 9-28-2023
State of Wyoming vs. A.A.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Count I: Possession with Intent to Deliver Marijuana, Count II: Possession of Marijuana- Felony, Count III: Possession of Marijuana- Felony.
Outcome: Count I and Count III Dismissed, Count II Deferred w/2 years’ probation on 5-18-2023
2022
City of Cheyenne vs. T.S.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: DUI- child passenger, Interfering/Obstruction, fail to maintain lane/unsafe lane change.
Outcome: 12 months’ Probation, all citations Dismissed on 6-29-2022
City of Cheyenne vs. A.C.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: DUI and Driving Wrong way on one-way street Citation.
Outcome: 12 months Unsupervised Probation/ Citation Dismissed on 5-3-2022
City of Cheyenne vs. J.J.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: DUI and Failure to Stay on Roadway Citation.
Outcome: 12 months Unsupervised Probation, Citation Dismissed on 12-21-2022
State of Wyoming vs. M.H.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Interfere with Peace Officer
Outcome: Dismissed on 7-6-2022
State of Wyoming vs. M.L.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Battery
Outcome: Dismissed on 7-10-2022
2021
State of Wyoming vs. C.A.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Speeding (Misdemeanor)
Outcome: Order of Dismissal on 1-15-2021
State of Wyoming vs. S.P.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Speeding and Careless Driving (Misdemeanors)
Outcome: Order of Dismissal on 1-21-2021
State of Wyoming vs. C.S.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Domestic Battery
Outcome: Order of Dismissal on 1-22-2021
State of Wyoming vs. A.D.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Speeding Citation
Outcome: Dismissed on 3-8-2021
State of Wyoming vs. P.S.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Possession of Marijuana
Outcome: Dismissed on 6-17-2021
State of Wyoming vs. J.B.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Drive Vehicle within Single Lane, Open Container moving vehicle, under 21 possession of Alcohol, Defraud Drug and Alcohol test, Possess Controlled Substance – 3 0z or less, DUI.
Outcome: Dismissed on 8-24-2021
State of Wyoming vs. N.C.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Possession with Intent to Deliver Marijuana, Possession of Marijuana (Felony)
Outcome: Dismissed on 9-16-2021
State of Wyoming vs. K.M.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Count I: Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony), Count II: Possession of a Controlled Substance (Misdemeanor)
Outcome: Count I: Dismissed, Count II: 12 months unsupervised probation on 2-3-2021
State of Wyoming vs. T.P.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Possession of Marijuana (Misdemeanor)
Outcome: Dismissed on 6-21-2021
State of Wyoming vs. C.N.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Possession of Marijuana (Misdemeanor), Speeding
Outcome: Possession of Marijuana- Dismissed, Speeding- Amended on 10-6-2021
State of Wyoming vs. L.N.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Possession of Controlled Substance- marijuana 3 oz or less (misdemeanor), Possession of Controlled Substance- Mushroom 3 oz or less (misdemeanor), minor in possession of alcohol (misdemeanor), minor in possession of nicotine (misdemeanor), speeding (misdemeanor)
Outcome: 6 months unsupervised probation for Possession of Controlled Substance-marijuana 3 oz or less, all other citations Dismissed on 10-15-2021
United States of America vs. M.C.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Appeal for Trespassing (misdemeanor) and Disorderly Conduct (misdemeanor) – Sentenced to 7 days in Jail
Outcome: Order Vacating Jail Sentence on 11-2-2021
State of Wyoming vs. J.P.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Possession of Controlled Substance (3 counts), Speeding.
Outcome: Order of Dismissal on 12-2-2021
2020
City of Cheyenne vs. M.S.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: DUI and Careless Driving
Outcome: DUI Dismissed, Careless Driving – fine on 5-14-2020
State of Wyoming vs. D.O.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Appeal of Speeding Conviction
Outcome: Order of Acquittal on 11-6-2020
State of Wyoming vs. D.P.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Possession of Marijuana (two- Misdemeanor)
Outcome: Order of Dismissal on 12-77-2020
State of Wyoming vs. S.A.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Possession of a Controlled Substance (x3-Misdemeanors)
Outcome: Order of Dismissal on 10-13-2020
State of Wyoming vs. N.M.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: Burglary (Felony), Theft (Misdemeanor)
Outcome: Order of Dismissal on 11-12-2020
Speeding (Misdemeanor) 103 in 70 mph zone – Conviction overturned. Appellate Court ordered conviction reversed, remanded with order for acquittal.
2019
State of Wyoming vs. N.V.
Practice Area: Criminal Defense
Description: DUI and Failure to Maintain Lane
Outcome: Dismissed on 3-19-2019
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