Emergency Family-Law Resources in Wyoming
Official starting points for immediate safety, interim custody orders, and Family Violence Protection Orders.
Temporary orders involving children
Wyoming does not promise same-day rulings on any private interim filing. Emergency hearings are limited. Use the District Court procedure for interim relief and confirm the receiving court's local intake and deadlines.
A parent can request an interim custody order through the District Court procedure. For an immediate threat, a Family Violence Protection Order is a separate, faster route.
Family Violence Protection Orders (W.S. §§ 35-21-101 to -109)
Wyoming's Family Violence Protection Order is filed under W.S. §§ 35-21-101 to -109 in Circuit Court with no filing fee. An ex parte temporary order may issue on specific facts showing danger of further domestic abuse; the court holds a hearing within 72 hours (W.S. § 35-21-104). A final order may last for a fixed period up to three years, extendable for good cause for additional periods up to three years each (§ 35-21-106).
Wyoming child protective (DFS)
Reports of suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation go to Wyoming Department of Family Services (DFS); call 911 for immediate. The DFS abuse/neglect/exploitation hotline is 1-800-457-3659 (toll-free). An unsubstantiated report does not prove it was knowingly false and does not by itself end custody.
- W.S. § 35-21-104 — temporary order of protection
- Wyoming DFS — report abuse/neglect/exploitation
- Wyoming Judicial Branch — child custody and visitation
Always confirm current local forms, fees, and filing procedure with the District Court or Circuit Court clerk handling your case.