9-2-1033. Prohibited acts; civil penalty; initiation of action.
(a) No person, including any agency official or employee, shall:
(i) In any way be involved in any gratuities, kickbacks, or contingent fees in connection with the selection procedure set forth in this act;
(ii) If providing professional services, pay any fee, commission, gift or other consideration contingent upon the award of a contract for professional services pursuant to this act.
(b) Any person violating subsection (a) of this section or subsection (d) of W.S. 9-2-1032 is liable for a penalty not to exceed five thousand dollars ($5,000.00). The penalty may be recovered in a civil action and damages shall be assessed by the court.
(c) Any action pursuant to this section shall be initiated in Laramie county by the attorney general.