A Wyoming eviction notice empowers landlords to initiate tenant eviction proceedings. On this notice, a landlord should include the reason for eviction and the period the tenant has to address the situation. If the tenant refuses to respond, the landlord can file a lawsuit at the local circuit court.
By Type
3-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit
Give tenants three days to pay rent before the eviction process can proceed in court.
3-Day Notice to Quit for Non-Compliance
Give tenants three days’ notice before the eviction process can proceed in court. In that time, tenants may have the option to fix (or “cure”) the problem.
Eviction Laws & Requirements
- Laws: Title 1, Chapter 21, Article 10 of the Wyoming Statutes.
- Notice to Quit Premises Required: 3 days (Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1002 and § 1-21-1003).
- Proceedings When Defendant Fails to Appear: Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1005.
- No Continuance for the Defendant For Longer Than Two Days Without a Bond: Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1007.
- Writ of Restitution Restoring the Plaintiff to Possession of the Premises and Collecting Unpaid Rent and Costs: Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1013.
How to Evict a Tenant in Wyoming
Step 1 – Serve the Notice
The landlord lets the tenant know they either violated the lease terms or the landlord doesn’t intend to renew the lease (if the tenant is month-to-month).
Step 2 – Let the Tenant Respond
Give the tenant time to respond. They may correct their lease compilation by rectifying a breach or paying rent within three days. If they don’t comply, you can proceed with the next step.
Step 3 – File for Eviction in Court
The landlord files a complaint explaining the reasons for the eviction and a summons for a writ of restitution at the local circuit court where the property is located.
Step 4 – Attend the Court Hearing
The circuit court will issue a summons to the tenant using a process server. The summons will tell the tenant the nature of the complaint and the court date. At this time, the tenant can file an answer.
Step 5 – Obtain a Writ of Restitution
If the tenant doesn’t appear at the hearing, the court will rule in the landlord’s favor. The court may also agree with the landlord after the presentation of evidence, after which the court will issue a Writ of Restitution authorizing the sheriff to remove the tenant from the property forcibly.
Related Court Forms
- Answer to Complaint: This form allows the tenant to defend themselves from the claims made in the eviction notice. For instance, the tenant can answer that there is no violation and they should be able to remain on the property or deny the amount of damages owed.
