Audit Laws
State Summary
Wyoming does not conduct mandatory post-election audits that confirm the accuracy of election results. Instead, the pre-election logic and accuracy testing is repeated after the election.
Within thirty (30) days after an election, Wyoming tests 5% of automated tabulating equipment to determine whether the machines are in good working order and are likely to have functioned properly during the election. The test involves feeding the machines a random sample of test ballots—not actual voted ballots—to determine the machines’ accuracy. See, Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 22-11-109.
Voting Systems Used
As of 2020, most counties in Wyoming use hand marked paper ballots and optical scanners in polling places, with ballot marking devices for accessibility. One county uses ballot marking devices for all polling place voters. For the most up to date information please visit Verified Voting’s Verifier.
For an explanation on the types of voting equipment used, click here.
Audit Comprehensiveness
Wyoming does not require post-election audits.
Transparency
Wyoming does not require post-election audits.
Audit Counting Method
Wyoming does not require post-election audits.
Type Of Audit Units
Wyoming does not require post-election audits.
Contests & Issues Audited
Wyoming does not require post-election audits.
Addressing Discrepancies
Wyoming does not require post-election audits.
For recount laws, see Citizens for Election Integrity Minnesota website.
Timeline
Wyoming does not require post-election audits.
Binding On Official Outcomes
Wyoming does not require post-election audits.
Oversight & Conduct
Wyoming does not require post-election audits.
Ballot Protection
Paper ballots are sealed by election judges in an envelope after being counted and tallied. A copy of each voting machine record is sealed in a separate envelope. These envelopes are then sealed in a container labeled with the district and precinct number.
See, Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 22-14-110.
Additional Targeted Samples
Wyoming does not require post-election audits.