Weston County Clerk Faces Potential New Felony Charges and Arrest

Embattled official could be jailed before removal trial over 2024 election issues

Apr. 3, 2026 at 11:15pm

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A dimly lit, cinematic painting of a cluttered county clerk's office desk, with a lone chair and a window casting warm, diagonal light across the scene, conveying a sense of tension and uncertainty surrounding the administration of local elections.The embattled Weston County Clerk faces potential new charges and an arrest warrant, casting a shadow over the administration of local elections.Casper Today

Weston County Clerk Becky Hadlock could face new felony-level charges and an arrest warrant next week, according to a court filing by her attorney. The charges are related to Hadlock's conduct before, during, or after the 2024 general election, including allegations about a post-election audit. Hadlock already faces a separate misdemeanor case and a trial to decide whether she should be removed from office for alleged misconduct and malfeasance.

Why it matters

Hadlock's case highlights ongoing tensions over election integrity and the challenges county clerks face in administering elections, especially in the aftermath of the 2024 vote. Her potential arrest could disrupt her ability to defend herself in the removal trial, raising concerns about due process.

The details

The new charges against Hadlock relate to her actions surrounding the 2024 general election in Weston County, including allegations about a post-election audit she filed. Prosecutors plan to file the charges and seek an arrest warrant for Hadlock next week, just days before her removal trial is set to begin on April 13. If the warrant is granted, authorities will attempt to arrest Hadlock in Weston County. Hadlock already faces a separate misdemeanor case over defying a legislative subpoena to testify about the 2024 election issues.

  • Hadlock faces an April 13 trial to decide whether she should be removed from office.
  • Prosecutors plan to file new charges and seek an arrest warrant for Hadlock sometime next week.

The players

Becky Hadlock

The embattled Weston County Clerk who faces potential new felony charges and an arrest warrant related to her conduct surrounding the 2024 general election.

Ryan Semerad

Hadlock's attorney, who disclosed the potential new charges and arrest warrant in a court filing.

Dan Itzen

The Natrona County District Attorney, who is acting as a special prosecutor for Weston County and plans to file the new charges against Hadlock.

Chip Neiman

The Speaker of the Wyoming House of Representatives who was running unopposed in the 2024 election, but faced a dramatic undercount in Weston County due to an initial miscount by Hadlock.

Chuck Gray

The Wyoming Secretary of State, who is responsible for overseeing elections in the state and may be called as a witness by Hadlock.

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What they’re saying

“We think the pleadings speak for themselves at this point, and we are not going to comment further.”

— Ryan Semerad, Hadlock's attorney

What’s next

If the arrest warrant is granted, authorities will attempt to arrest Hadlock in Weston County sometime next week, potentially jailing her before her removal trial begins on April 13.

The takeaway

Hadlock's case highlights the complex and politically charged issues surrounding election administration, with county clerks facing intense scrutiny and potential legal consequences for even minor errors or perceived misconduct. The prospect of Hadlock's arrest raises concerns about due process and her ability to mount a defense in the removal trial.