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Wyoming License Plate Display Law — 2025 Guide

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Quick Answer

Wyoming requires front and rear plates for most vehicles, with exception for cars without factory bracket.

The Law at a Glance

Statute
Wyoming Statutes §31-2-201
Mounting
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Plate Format
12 12345
Penalty
Fines vary by jurisdiction.
Plate Design
Cowboy bucking-bronco design.

Recent Changes

**2015 change**: Wyoming amended state law (similar to Nevada) to exempt vehicles without factory front bracket. Wyoming's bucking cowboy logo has appeared continuously since 1936 — the oldest continuous logo on a U.S. plate.

State-Specific Notes

Wyoming is a conditional two-plate state with the most iconic plate logo.

Plate Design Details

First Issued
August 2024
Plate Style
Screened serial; reflective sheeting
Full Design
Screened white serial and Bucking Horse and Rider on navy blue and gray graphic of the State Flag, red and white border around plate; 'WYOMING' in navy blue outlined in white centered at top — 'That's WY'
Current Format
Coded by county and vehicle type: 1A-123A, 1/0A-123A, 1A-1234, or 1/0A-1234

Letter Exclusions

Standard alphabet — no specific exclusions documented.

Historical Plates Still Valid

Earlier plates remain valid.

Notable Facts

Wyoming's iconic Bucking Horse and Rider logo has appeared continuously on its license plates since 1936 — the oldest continuously-used logo on a U.S. license plate. The 2015 Wyoming State Legislature amended state law to exempt vehicles without factory front brackets from the front-plate requirement.

How atroq Frames Stay Compliant in Wyoming

atroq frames in Wyoming are engineered to comply with all display requirements. The frame's recessed sticker windows keep renewal stickers visible. The frame's thickness does not obscure the alphanumeric serial, state name, or the issuing jurisdiction. atroq's universal mounting fits Wyoming's standard 6 × 12 inch passenger plates. Frame requirements vary by vehicle type — review the Wyoming statute or contact atroq if uncertain.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a front license plate required in Wyoming?
Conditionally. Wyoming generally requires both front and rear plates, but with exceptions. Wyoming requires front and rear plates for most vehicles, with exception for cars without factory bracket.
What is the Wyoming license plate format?
Wyoming uses the format 12 12345 for standard passenger plates.
Are there any recent Wyoming license plate law changes?
**2015 change**: Wyoming amended state law (similar to Nevada) to exempt vehicles without factory front bracket. Wyoming's bucking cowboy logo has appeared continuously since 1936 — the oldest continuous logo on a U.S. plate.
Are decorative license plate frames legal in Wyoming?
Yes. Decorative frames are legal in Wyoming as long as they do not obscure the alphanumeric serial, the state name, or any registration sticker. atroq frames are designed to comply with Wyoming display requirements.
What size are Wyoming license plates?
Wyoming issues plates in the U.S. standard 6 × 12 inches (150 × 300 mm) for passenger vehicles, matching the 1956 SAE / Automobile Manufacturers Association dimensional agreement.

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