The Age of Consent
W.S. 6-2-315 — thirteen through fifteen, when the older person is seventeen or older and four years older
| The younger person | The older person | The charge |
|---|---|---|
| The younger person13 through 15, intrusion | The older person17 or older and at least four years older | The chargeSexual abuse of a minor in the second degree, up to 20 years |
| The younger person13 through 15, contact | The older person17 or older and at least four years older | The chargeSexual abuse of a minor in the third degree, up to 15 years |
| The younger person16 or 17, intrusion | The older person20 or older, four years older, and in a position of authority | The chargeThird degree, up to 15 years |
Who handles this in Wyoming: Wyoming State Bar, attorney referrals; and legal aid programs and the state offices, listed in the Wyoming directory.
Younger children, the first and fourth degrees, and registration are in other sections not covered here. A charge, or the worry of one, is a question for a licensed Wyoming attorney.
Sources for this section (2)
- W.S. 6-2-315 — Sexual abuse of a minor in the second degree; penalties
- W.S. 6-2-316 — Sexual abuse of a minor in the third degree
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Wyoming attorney.