The proposed bill establishes a right of appeal for the state in criminal cases, creating a new section, W.S. 7-12-105, which outlines specific orders and judgments from which the state may appeal. These include final judgments of dismissal, orders suppressing evidence, motions to withdraw guilty pleas, and various other rulings that affect the prosecution's ability to proceed with a case. Additionally, the bill allows the state to seek discretionary appellate review of any interlocutory order before jeopardy attaches, expanding the state's options for challenging decisions made during the trial process.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and aims to enhance the state's ability to appeal decisions that could hinder the prosecution of criminal cases. This legislative change reflects a shift towards providing the state with more robust tools to ensure that justice is served in criminal proceedings.