Using a mobile phone while driving in Wyoming (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: Wyoming bans writing, sending or reading text-based messages on a handheld wireless device while driving; calls are not banned and hands-free use is allowed.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Holding a phone while driving bannedUsing a mobile phone while driving a car | No [1] |
| Hands-free useUsing a mobile phone while driving a car | Allowed [1] |
| Fine, first offence (lowest amount where a range applies)Using a mobile phone while driving a car | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Penalty points on the licenceUsing a mobile phone while driving a car | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Texting while drivingUsing a mobile phone while driving a car | Using a handheld wireless device to write, send or read a text-based communication (text, instant message, email) is banned while driving on a public street or highway. Making calls, voice-operated or hands-free technology and lawfully parked vehicles are excepted. [1] |
Notes
- The ban covers using a handheld electronic wireless communication device to write, send or read a text message, instant message or email. Writing, reading, selecting or entering a number or name to make or receive a call is excepted.
- A misdemeanour punishable by a fine of not more than USD 75; no minimum is stated.
- No penalty points figure for this offence was found in the sources read.
Sources
- Wyoming Legislature: Wyoming Statutes Title 31 - Motor Vehicles (§ 31-5-237) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
Wyoming and neighbouring states
| State | Holding a phone while driving banned | Hands-free use | Fine, first offence (lowest amount where a range applies) | Penalty points on the licence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | No (texting only) | Allowed | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Colorado | Banned | Hands-free allowed | USD 75 | 2 points |
| Idaho | Banned (hands-free allowed) | — | USD 75 (first offence) | No points (first offence) |
| Nebraska | No (texting/reading banned) | Calls not restricted | USD 200 | 3 points |
| South Dakota | No (calls allowed) | Allowed | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Utah | No (calls allowed) | Allowed | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified |
More rules in Wyoming
- CannabisPossession for personal use: Criminal offence (misdemeanour) · Growing at home: Prohibited (misdemeanour)
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 30 mph · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 70 mph state highways; 65 mph other paved
- Minimum age for a car driving licenceMinimum age for a car licence: 16 (after 6 months on intermediate permit) · Earliest age to drive a car supervised: 15 (instruction permit)
- E-bikes and speed pedelecsLegal class: Three classes
- Knives and pepper sprayFolding pocket knives: No knife rule; concealed deadly weapon offence · Locking or one-handed knives: No knife-specific rule
- Statutory minimum wageNational statutory minimum wage: Yes (state law, $5.15) · Current adult minimum wage (gross): $7.25 (federal; state basic rate $5.15)
- Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Yes
- Tobacco and nicotine age limitsMinimum age to buy tobacco: 21 · Minimum age to buy e-cigarettes: 21
- Drinking age and alcohol salesMinimum age to buy beer and wine: 21 · Minimum age to buy spirits: 21
- Drink-driving limitsBlood alcohol limit for ordinary drivers: 0.08% · Lower limit for novice or young drivers: 0.02% (under 21)
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