Wyoming divorces are filed in the District Court for your county. Wyoming uses equitable distribution and permits both no-fault irreconcilable differences and fault grounds. Many uncontested cases are brief once service, disclosures, and deadlines are met.
A spouse typically must have lived in Wyoming for at least 60 days before filing, or meet alternate paths related to where the marriage occurred. File in the District Court for a proper county (often where either spouse resides). Wyoming has a minimum 20-day period after service before a divorce can be granted.
Step 1: Choose your path and prepare forms.
For an uncontested case, prepare a Complaint for Divorce, Summons, and financial affidavits. With children, include a Parenting Plan; many courts require a parenting class.
Step 2: File with the clerk.
File at the District Court clerk. Pay the filing fee or request a fee waiver. You’ll receive a case number and filed copies.
Step 3: Serve your spouse.
Use sheriff or process server, certified mail where allowed, or a signed acceptance. If you cannot locate your spouse despite diligent search, request alternate service. Keep proof of service.
Step 4: Observe deadlines and the 20-day minimum.
A defendant usually has 20 days to answer if served in state (30 if served out of state). The court cannot grant a divorce until at least 20 days after service. Exchange complete disclosures early.
Step 5: Settlement or hearing.
If you settle, file a Marital Settlement Agreement, child-related orders if applicable, and a proposed Decree of Divorce. If disputes remain, expect case management, mediation, and hearings.
Step 6: Final decree.
After the 20-day minimum and review, the judge signs a Decree of Divorce addressing property/debt division, alimony if any, custody/parenting time, child support, and any name change. Obtain certified copies.
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Is separation required before filing in Wyoming?
No. Wyoming does not require prior separation; most couples file on irreconcilable differences.
Which court handles divorces in Wyoming?
The District Court for the proper county.
How long does a Wyoming divorce take?
There is a minimum 20-day period after service before judgment; overall timing depends on service, disclosures, settlement, and the court calendar.