Wyoming Eviction Notice Overview
Wyoming does not use a 7-day eviction notice. Under Wyo. Stat. 1-21-1002, landlords must give a 3-day noticeto pay rent or vacate for non-payment. Wyoming has one of the simplest and fastest eviction processes in the country. The process is called a 'forcible entry and detainer' (FED) action filed in Circuit Court.
Wyoming's eviction law is found in Wyo. Stat. Title 1, Chapter 21, Article 10 (Forcible Entry and Detainer). Wyoming has 23 counties with Circuit Courts. Laramie County (Cheyenne), Natrona County (Casper), and Fremont County handle the most eviction filings. Wyoming does not have a comprehensive URLTA-style landlord-tenant act, and tenant protections are minimal compared to most states.
3 Days
Notice period
$70 - $90
Filing fee
WY Code
Governing law
Circuit
Court level
Why Wyoming Uses 3 Days, Not 7
Important: Wyoming Uses a 3-Day Notice, Not 7
Wyo. Stat. 1-21-1002 requires a 3-day notice for non-payment. Wyoming has very limited tenant protections and one of the fastest eviction processes nationally.
Wyoming Notice Periods at a Glance
- 3-Day Notice — Non-Payment (1-21-1002): Tenant has 3 days to pay all rent owed or vacate
- 3-Day Notice — Lease Violations: 3 days for material breach of lease
- 3-Day Unconditional — Criminal Activity: No cure for drug activity or criminal conduct
- No specific statute — Month-to-Month: Lease terms govern; typically 30 days notice for periodic tenancy
Wyoming Notice Requirements
Wyoming courts require that eviction notices meet specific content and format standards. An incomplete or incorrectly timed notice will result in dismissal of the eviction case.
Required Notice Content
- Property Address: Full address including unit number, city, and zip code
- Tenant Names: All tenants named on the lease or rental agreement
- Amount Owed or Violation: Exact dollar amount of rent due, or specific description of the lease violation
- Correct Notice Period: 3 days for non-payment as required by Wyoming law
- Consequence Statement: That eviction proceedings will be filed if the tenant does not cure or vacate
- Landlord Information: Name and contact information of the landlord or property manager
How to Serve an Eviction Notice in Wyoming
Wyoming law provides specific methods for serving eviction notices. Proper service and documentation are essential for the court filing.
Personal Delivery
Hand-deliver to the tenant.
Posting on Premises
Post on the door if the tenant cannot be found.
Certified Mail
Send via certified mail with return receipt.
Document Service
Prepare proof of service for Circuit Court.
Wyoming Eviction Timeline
The Wyoming eviction process follows a specific timeline from notice through court proceedings to enforcement.
Serve 3-day notice per Wyo. Stat. 1-21-1002
File FED action in Circuit Court
Hearing set; tenant served with summons
Hearing held; judgment entered
Writ of restitution issued; sheriff enforces removal
Wyoming evictions are among the fastest in the country — 2-4 weeks uncontested. Contested cases take 4-8 weeks. Wyoming's small population means courts generally process cases quickly.
Wyoming Eviction Fees & Costs
Below are the typical costs for an eviction proceeding in Wyoming Circuit Court. Actual fees may vary by county.
| Fee / Cost | Typical Amount |
|---|---|
| Circuit Court Filing Fee | $70 - $90 |
| Service of Process | $20 - $50 |
| Writ of Restitution | $20 - $40 |
| Attorney Fees (optional) | $400 - $1,500 |
| Appeal Filing Fee | $100 - $200 |
Sample Wyoming Eviction Notice
Below is a preview of a Wyoming-compliant eviction notice that meets the requirements of Wyo. Stat. 1-21-1002.
3-DAY NOTICE TO PAY RENT OR VACATE
STATE OF WYOMING
Pursuant to Wyo. Stat. 1-21-1002
LANDLORD:
Name: [Full Legal Name]
Address: [Wyoming Address]
TENANT(S):
Name(s): [All Tenant Names]
Rental Address: [Full Property Address]
NOTICE:
You have THREE (3) DAYS to pay $[Amount] in full or vacate the premises.
WYOMING COMPLIANCE NOTE
Wyoming requires a 3-day notice for non-payment (1-21-1002), not 7 days. Wyoming has minimal statutory tenant protections.