Robert J. Sanford at a glance
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- Circuit Court Judge
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Robert J. Sanford
Circuit Court Judge · Wyoming Circuit Court, 2nd Judicial District, Albany County
Biography
Professional career
- Robing Ceremony: Held August 28, 2020, marking his appointment as Circuit Court Judge
- Attorney at multiple Wyoming law firms (2007–2020)
- Legal officer / reservist; later Security Forces Squadron commander, United States Air Force Reserve; from 2011
Education
- Law degree — University of Wyoming College of Law
Additional information
- In summary: Robert J. Sanford is an experienced military lawyer and attorney now serving as a judge in Wyoming’s 2nd Judicial District, with a strong record in judicial performance and currently facing a retention vote in 2026.
- The Judge of the Wyoming Circuit Court, 2nd Judicial District (Albany County), serving since July 2020 and currently seeking retention in the November 2026 general election.
- Squadron Commander in the US Air Force (2020–present)
- Had practiced law for approximately 13 years when appointed in 2020.
- Attorney, Legal practice
- Sanford received “Above Adequate” ratings in most categories, including case management, demeanor, diligence, fairness, and application of law.
- Rated eligible for retention
- received a “Yes” on the retention question.
- Military career included service in the legal office before command of the 419th Security Forces Squadron.
Applicable Court Rules & Procedures
Courtroom Technology
Courtwide
The Wyoming Judicial Branch court page publishes courtroom-technology availability and directs users to bring needed cables or adapters and contact the court to test available equipment.
You are responsible for bringing any necessary cables / adapters. If you have questions about the technology provided in the courtroom or would like to schedule a test using the available equipment, please contact the court directly.Wyoming Circuit Court, 2nd Judicial District, Albany County courtroom technology ↗
Cameras And Communication Devices
Statewide
The Wyoming Supreme Court publishes a statewide presentation-related Rule 5 source for cameras and communication devices from the official Supreme Court resources page.
Use of Cameras: Communication Devices (Rule 5. of Rules of Sup. Court).Use of Cameras: Communication Devices, Rule 5 of the Rules of the Supreme Court ↗
Sources
Identity source checked July 29, 2026.
Biography sources checked October 11, 2026.
Wyoming Judicial Branch official judicial roster
Identity source · HTML · Source checked July 29, 2026
View Wyoming Judicial Branch official judicial roster ↗Use of Cameras: Communication Devices, Rule 5 of the Rules of the Supreme Court
Statewide source · HTML · Source checked July 29, 2026
View Use of Cameras: Communication Devices, Rule 5 of the Rules of the Supreme Court ↗Wyoming Circuit Court, 2nd Judicial District, Albany County courtroom technology
Courtwide source · HTML · Source checked July 29, 2026
View Wyoming Circuit Court, 2nd Judicial District, Albany County courtroom technology ↗419th Fighter Wing Public Affairs / Hilltop Times profile: Robert J. Sanford
Identity source · HTML · Source checked August 8, 2026
View 419th Fighter Wing Public Affairs / Hilltop Times profile: Robert J. Sanford ↗Wyoming court directory: WY::wyoming-circuit-court-2nd-judicial-district-albany-county
Identity source · HTML · Source checked October 3, 2026
View Wyoming court directory: WY::wyoming-circuit-court-2nd-judicial-district-albany-county ↗Rules of the Supreme Court of Wyoming, Rule 5
Identity source · PDF · Source checked October 3, 2026
View Rules of the Supreme Court of Wyoming, Rule 5 ↗