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Private roads are roads or driveways on private property. Because private roads are located on private property, persons other than the landowner generally do not have a right to drive on, walk on, or otherwise access the roads—unless they have a form of express or implied permission as provided by state law, such as a license or an easement to use or access the private road.

Persons who use or access a private road without the legally required permission may be subject to civil and criminal penalties for trespassing.

In Wyoming, private roads are considered part of an individual's private property. The general public does not have the right to use these roads without the landowner's permission. Access can be granted through express permission, such as a verbal or written agreement, or through an implied permission, like an easement. An easement can be established by law, such as for emergency services, or through continued, historical use under certain conditions. Unauthorized use of a private road can lead to civil liability for trespass, and in some cases, criminal penalties. Wyoming statutes provide specific provisions for creating public and private road easements, and the process often involves a legal proceeding to establish the right of access. It's important for landowners and those seeking access to understand their rights and obligations under Wyoming law to avoid disputes and legal issues related to private road access.

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