Sexual assault is generally forced sexual intercourse, sodomy, or other sexual penetration of another person—against the person’s will and without the person’s consent. And although precise definitions and punishments vary from state to state, the criminal offense of aggravated sexual assault generally includes aggravating circumstances that increase the severity of the sexual assault—such as when the assailant or perpetrator uses, displays, or threatens the victim with a deadly weapon (a gun or knife); when the assailant uses a rape drug to incapacitate the victim; or when the victim is a child under a certain age, as defined by the statute.

In Wyoming, sexual assault is defined under the state's criminal statutes and includes forced sexual intercourse, sodomy, or other sexual penetration without the person's consent and against their will. Aggravated sexual assault in Wyoming is considered a more severe form of sexual assault and involves certain aggravating circumstances that increase the gravity of the offense. These circumstances can include the use, display, or threat of a deadly weapon during the assault, the use of a drug to incapacitate the victim, or the victim being a child under a certain age. Wyoming law specifies different degrees of sexual assault, with first-degree sexual assault being the most serious, often involving physical injury or the use of a deadly weapon. The penalties for sexual assault in Wyoming are severe and can include lengthy prison sentences, fines, and mandatory registration as a sex offender. The exact definitions and punishments can be found in Wyoming Statutes Title 6, Crimes and Offenses, and it is advisable to consult with an attorney for specific legal guidance regarding these matters.