U.S. Marshal for Wyoming: Robert C. Powell (Appointed 2017)

The United States Marshal for the District of Wyoming is Robert C. Powell, appointed by President Donald Trump in 2017.

Role & Structure

• 94 districts nationwide — one Marshal each, presidentially appointed, Senate-confirmed.
• Wyoming District: Covers entire state; headquarters in Cheyenne; offices in Casper, Jackson, Lander.
• Duties: Fugitive apprehension (Wyoming leads nation in fugitive arrests per capita), witness protection, judicial security, prisoner transport, asset forfeiture, tactical operations.

Robert C. Powell Background

• Career law enforcement: Cheyenne Police Dept., Wyoming Highway Patrol, U.S. Marshals Service (Deputy, Supervisory Deputy, Chief Deputy).
• First Wyoming native to serve as U.S. Marshal for the district.
• Term: 4 years (serves at President's pleasure; typically replaced with administration change).

Current Status

As of 2024, Powell remains in office unless replaced by Biden administration. For absolute latest, check usmarshals.gov/district/wy.