How does Wyoming address the rights of the accused to counsel and to confront witnesses?

• A. No rights
• B. Rights to counsel and to confront witnesses are protected; the accused may examine and cross-examine witnesses
• C. Only right to counsel
• D. Only right to confront witnesses

Answer: (B)

Wyoming protects both the right to counsel and the right to confront witnesses in criminal prosecutions, and the accused may examine and cross-examine witnesses. This means every defendant has legal representation, and if they can’t afford a lawyer, they’re still entitled to counsel under state protections. It also means witnesses who testify against the defendant must be faced directly, allowing the defense to question, challenge credibility, and highlight any inconsistencies through cross-examination. The combination of these protections ensures a fair opportunity to defend against the charges. Choosing a statement that covers both rights would be incomplete if it omitted either one, while stating none or only one of them would miss essential protections Wyoming provides.