The bill amends Wyoming's motor vehicle laws to increase penalties for drivers who fail to stop at the scene of an accident that results in serious bodily injury or death. It introduces a knowledge requirement, stating that drivers must be "knowingly" involved in such accidents to be held accountable. The language clarifies that drivers must stop immediately at the scene and remain there until they fulfill legal obligations.

Penalties for failing to stop are also revised: offenders may face misdemeanor charges with up to one year of imprisonment and fines up to $5,000 for accidents resulting in bodily injury, while those involved in accidents leading to serious bodily injury or death may be charged with a felony, facing up to five years of imprisonment and fines up to $50,000. The bill specifies that these changes will apply to all motor vehicle accidents occurring on or after July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 31-5-1101