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A DUI/DWI conviction will appear on a criminal background check requested by a prospective employer, landlord, or licensing authority, for example. Generally, the only way to remove a DUI/DWI conviction from appearing in some or all of such background checks is to have it expunged or sealed—which is only possible in limited circumstances.

In Wyoming, a DUI (driving under the influence) or DWI (driving while intoxicated) conviction is a matter of public record and will appear on a criminal background check. This can affect an individual's opportunities when it comes to employment, housing, or obtaining certain professional licenses. The state of Wyoming does allow for the expungement of certain criminal records, including DUI convictions, under specific conditions. Expungement is the legal process of sealing or erasing a conviction from public view. To qualify for expungement of a DUI conviction in Wyoming, a person must wait at least five years after the completion of their sentence, including probation, and must not have any subsequent criminal convictions. The process involves filing a petition with the court, and the court has discretion to grant or deny the request based on the circumstances. If an expungement is granted, the DUI conviction would not appear on most background checks; however, it may still be considered for certain government positions or where otherwise required by law.

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