11-30-108. Desertion and abandonment of sheep by herders.
It is unlawful for any person having charge as herder of any sheep to willfully desert and abandon the sheep upon the open range and leave them without care or attention. The herder shall in all cases give the owner or his employer not less than five (5) days notice prior to the time at which he intends to abandon the sheep. Any person who violates this section shall be fined not less than two hundred dollars ($200.00) nor more than seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), imprisoned not more than six (6) months, or both.
Structure Wyoming Statutes
Title 11 - Agriculture, Livestock and Other Animals
Chapter 30 - Offenses Concerning Livestock and Other Animals
Section 11-30-104 - Misbranding or Altering Brand of Livestock.
Section 11-30-107 - Transportation of Beef Unlawfully Obtained or Killed.
Section 11-30-108 - Desertion and Abandonment of Sheep by Herders.
Section 11-30-109 - Taking Horses and Equipment Without Consent of Owner.
Section 11-30-110 - Appropriation of Horse or Mule on Open Range Without Permission.
Section 11-30-111 - Ranch or Stable Keeper Not to Use Horses Without Consent of Owner.
Section 11-30-112 - Abuse or Negligent Treatment by Bailee.
Section 11-30-113 - Unlawful Cutting of Ears of Sheep.
Section 11-30-114 - Tampering With or Drugging of Livestock Prohibited; Definitions; Penalty.