Wyoming Probationary License After DUI — Application Process
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You've Hit the 90-Day Mark and Need to Drive
Your Wyoming DUI suspension started 90 days ago. You served the mandatory hard suspension period and cannot legally drive until you obtain a Probationary License. You need to get to work Monday morning, but Wyoming Driver Services does not publish a step-by-step application guide and you do not know if you need to appear in person or what the state will actually accept as proof of need.
Wyoming statute W.S. 31-6-104 requires first-offense DUI drivers to complete a 90-day hard suspension before becoming eligible for a Probationary License. The Probationary License allows driving for approved purposes — work, school, medical appointments, DUI education classes, and other essential needs defined by WYDOT or the court. The application is administrative through Wyoming Driver Services (part of the Wyoming Department of Transportation), not through the court. You apply directly to WYDOT's Cheyenne headquarters by mail or in person.
“Wyoming does not publish a unified Probationary License application checklist — most first-time applicants submit incomplete packets and face 3-4 week processing delays.”
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Wyoming DUI Hard Suspension
First-offense DUI convictions in Wyoming trigger an automatic 90-day administrative per se suspension before a driver becomes eligible to apply for a Probationary License. Second and subsequent offenses carry longer mandatory hard suspension periods before probationary eligibility.
Wyoming Statute W.S. 31-6-104
What the Probationary License Actually Allows
Wyoming's Probationary License is a restricted driving privilege issued by WYDOT Driver Services. It does not restore your full driving privileges. The license restricts you to specific approved purposes: employment (including travel to and from work and during work hours if your job requires driving), school or educational programs (including DUI education classes and substance abuse treatment), medical appointments for you or immediate family members, and other essential needs approved by WYDOT or defined in your court order.
The Probationary License does not allow recreational driving, social visits, errands unrelated to approved purposes, or any driving outside the specific routes and times WYDOT or the court authorizes. Violating the restriction terms — driving outside approved purposes or failing to maintain ignition interlock compliance — triggers automatic revocation of the Probationary License and extends your total suspension period.
Wyoming requires ignition interlock device installation as a condition of the Probationary License for all DUI cases. The IID must be installed in every vehicle you own or operate. Compliance with the interlock program is mandatory for the duration of the Probationary License period, typically matching the full suspension length. Attempting to drive a vehicle without an installed IID while holding a Probationary License is a violation that revokes the license immediately.
Wyoming does not publish a unified Probationary License application checklist on its public-facing Driver Services pages. Most first-time applicants submit incomplete packets and face processing delays of 3-4 weeks instead of the typical 2 weeks.
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Ignition Interlock Enrollment and the $50 Reinstatement Fee
Wyoming statute W.S. 31-5-233 requires ignition interlock device installation for all DUI Probationary License holders. You must enroll with a state-approved IID vendor, schedule installation, and submit proof of installation to WYDOT as part of your application. Approved vendors in Wyoming include Smart Start, Intoxalock, and LifeSafer. Installation costs range from $75–$150, plus monthly monitoring fees of $60–$90. The IID must remain installed for the entire Probationary License period, typically 90 days to 1 year depending on your conviction and court order.
Proof of IID installation: WYDOT requires a dated installation certificate from your IID vendor showing the device serial number, installation date, and vehicle VIN. This certificate is issued by the vendor immediately after installation. If you own multiple vehicles, you must install an IID in each vehicle or certify in writing that you will only operate the vehicle with the installed device. Failing to provide IID proof delays processing by 2-3 weeks minimum.
WYDOT charges a $50 reinstatement fee for each suspension action. If your DUI triggered multiple suspensions (administrative per se suspension plus a separate court-ordered suspension), you may owe $100 or more in stacked reinstatement fees. The fee must be paid before WYDOT issues the Probationary License. Payment is accepted by check or money order mailed with your application packet, or in person at the Cheyenne Driver Services office. Credit card payment is not available by mail.
Completed Probationary License application form: WYDOT does not publish a standalone 'Probationary License application' form on its public website as of current practice. Applicants typically submit a written request on plain paper including: full name, date of birth, driver license number, mailing address, phone number, a statement requesting a Probationary License, the specific approved purposes you are requesting (work, school, medical), and the suspension case number from your DUI conviction or administrative suspension notice. Attach all required documentation (proof of need, SR-22 certificate, IID installation certificate, payment for reinstatement fee) to this written request and mail to Wyoming Driver Services, 5300 Bishop Blvd, Cheyenne WY 82009.
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Wyoming Reinstatement Fee
Wyoming charges a $50 reinstatement fee per suspension action. Drivers with multiple simultaneous suspensions from the same DUI incident (administrative per se plus court-ordered) may owe $100 in stacked fees. Payment must accompany the Probationary License application.
Wyoming Department of Transportation Driver Services fee schedule
Processing Timeline and What Happens After Approval
WYDOT Driver Services processes Probationary License applications in approximately 2-4 weeks from receipt of a complete packet. Incomplete applications (missing SR-22 proof, missing IID certificate, missing employer verification, or unpaid reinstatement fee) are returned without processing, adding 2-3 weeks to your timeline. Wyoming does not offer expedited or same-day processing for Probationary Licenses.
Once approved, WYDOT mails the Probationary License to your address on file. The license is a physical card marked 'Probationary' or 'Restricted' and specifies the approved driving purposes and any time or route restrictions imposed by WYDOT or the court. You must carry this license and your SR-22 proof whenever you drive. Law enforcement officers in Wyoming can verify your Probationary License status and approved purposes during traffic stops. Driving outside your approved purposes is a separate criminal offense and triggers automatic revocation of the Probationary License.
What to Do Right Now
Contact an SR-22 carrier licensed in Wyoming today. Carriers writing SR-22 in Wyoming include Geico, Progressive, Dairyland, Bristol West, The General, and State Farm. Request a quote for liability coverage meeting Wyoming's minimum requirements ($25,000 bodily injury per person, $50,000 per accident, $20,000 property damage) and instruct the carrier to file SR-22 electronically with WYDOT. Expect premiums of $140–$220 per month for SR-22 coverage after a DUI conviction. The carrier files the SR-22 within 1-3 business days and mails you the SR-22 certificate. Once you receive the certificate, schedule IID installation with a Wyoming-approved vendor, gather your employer verification or school enrollment proof, and submit your complete application packet to WYDOT by mail or in person in Cheyenne.
What WYDOT Requires in Your Application Packet
Proof of need: WYDOT requires written documentation proving you need to drive for employment, school, medical care, or other essential purposes. Acceptable proof includes a signed letter from your employer on company letterhead stating your work address, work hours, and confirmation that you must drive to perform your job duties; school enrollment verification showing your class schedule and campus location; or medical appointment schedules for ongoing treatment. Generic statements like 'I need to drive for work' are rejected. The proof must be specific, dated, and signed by a third party (employer, school registrar, or medical office).
SR-22 filing proof: Wyoming requires SR-22 insurance filing for all DUI-related Probationary License applications. The SR-22 must be active and on file with WYDOT before your application is processed. You obtain SR-22 by purchasing auto insurance from a carrier licensed to write SR-22 in Wyoming and instructing them to file the SR-22 form electronically with the state. WYDOT receives the filing directly from your insurer. You must submit proof that the SR-22 is active — either a copy of the SR-22 certificate your insurer mailed you, or a dated letter from the insurer confirming the filing date. Applications submitted without SR-22 proof are denied automatically.
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Can I apply for a Wyoming Probationary License before the 90-day hard suspension ends?
No. Wyoming statute W.S. 31-6-104 requires first-offense DUI drivers to complete the full 90-day hard suspension before becoming eligible to apply for a Probationary License. Submitting an application before the 90-day mark results in automatic denial. WYDOT counts the 90 days from your conviction date or the administrative suspension effective date, whichever applies to your case.
How much does SR-22 insurance cost in Wyoming after a DUI?
SR-22 insurance premiums in Wyoming after a DUI conviction typically range from $140–$220 per month for state-minimum liability coverage. Rates vary by carrier, age, county, and driving history. The SR-22 filing itself does not cost extra — the premium increase reflects the DUI conviction on your record. Wyoming requires SR-22 filing for 3 years after a DUI conviction.
What happens if I drive outside my approved purposes on a Wyoming Probationary License?
Driving outside approved purposes while holding a Wyoming Probationary License is a separate criminal offense. WYDOT automatically revokes the Probationary License upon conviction or proof of violation, extends your total suspension period, and may require you to restart the reinstatement process from the beginning. Violations also void your SR-22 compliance and can result in additional fines or jail time depending on the circumstances.
Does Wyoming accept out-of-state ignition interlock installation for Probationary License applicants?
No. Wyoming requires ignition interlock devices to be installed by a Wyoming-approved IID vendor and monitored through Wyoming's interlock program. Out-of-state installations are not accepted for Probationary License compliance. If you move to Wyoming from another state mid-suspension, you must reinstall the IID through a Wyoming vendor and submit new installation proof to WYDOT.
Can I apply for a Wyoming Probationary License online?
No. Wyoming does not offer online Probationary License applications as of current practice. Applications must be submitted by mail to Wyoming Driver Services at 5300 Bishop Blvd, Cheyenne WY 82009, or in person at the Cheyenne office. Phone inquiries can be directed to Wyoming Driver Services, but the application packet must be submitted in writing with all required documentation and payment.