What is required for a governmental officer to hold office in Wyoming (oath, official duties)?

• A. They must take an oath to support the Constitution and meet statutory qualifications
• B. They must be elected by popular vote
• C. They must pay a fee
• D. They must have a law degree

Answer: (A)

Taking an oath to support the Constitution and meeting statutory qualifications is the essential requirement for holding a government office in Wyoming. The oath binds the official to uphold the Constitution, creating a formal commitment before they begin duties. Along with that oath, statutory qualifications—such as age, residency, and other office-specific rules—determine who is eligible to serve. Only someone who both takes the oath and meets these qualifications can legitimately hold the office. The other ideas—being elected by popular vote, paying a fee, or having a law degree—do not universally apply to every Wyoming office. Not all positions are filled by election, and professional credentials or fees aren’t required for all offices.