ORDER OF PROTECTION

(Domestic Violence – Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 35-21-101 et seq.)

[IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF _ COUNTY, STATE OF WYOMING]
Civil Action No.: [_______]

I. DOCUMENT HEADER

1. Parties
   a. Petitioner/Protected Party: [FULL LEGAL NAME] (“Petitioner”)
   b. Respondent/Restrained Party: [FULL LEGAL NAME] (“Respondent”)

2. Recitals
   WHEREAS, Petitioner has filed a verified Petition pursuant to the Wyoming Protection from Domestic Abuse Act, Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 35-21-103, alleging acts of domestic violence by Respondent; and
   WHEREAS, this Court has jurisdiction over the parties and subject matter, and venue is proper in ____ County, Wyoming;

3. Effective Date & Term
   This Order of Protection (“Order”) is effective immediately upon entry on [DATE] and shall remain in full force until [EXPIRATION DATE—NOT TO EXCEED ONE (1) YEAR, UNLESS EXTENDED], unless modified or terminated by further order of this Court.

4. Governing Law & Forum
   This Order is governed by the laws of the State of Wyoming and is enforceable in any state or tribal court that accords full faith and credit to protection orders pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 2265.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. Document Header
II. Definitions
III. Operative Provisions
IV. Findings of Fact & Legal Authority
V. Covenants & Restrictions (Conduct Provisions)
VI. Enforcement, Violation, & Remedies
VII. Risk Allocation & Disclaimer
VIII. Modification, Termination, and Renewal
IX. General Provisions
X. Execution Block

II. DEFINITIONS

For purposes of this Order, the following capitalized terms shall have the meanings set forth below:

1. “Court” – The District Court of ____ County, Wyoming.
2. “Domestic Violence” – Physical, sexual, or verbal abuse, threats, stalking, or harassment as defined in Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 35-21-102(a)(iii).
3. “Minor Child(ren)” – Any child(ren) under eighteen (18) years of age listed in Schedule A attached hereto.
4. “No-Contact Provision” – The injunction prohibiting Respondent from any direct or indirect contact with Petitioner or other Protected Persons.
5. “Prohibited Conduct” – Any act that violates the specific restrictions set forth in Section V.
6. “Protected Address” – The residential, school, or employment address(es) designated in Schedule B.
7. “Protected Persons” – Petitioner, the Minor Child(ren), and any other individuals expressly identified in Schedule C.
8. “Service” – Formal delivery of this Order in accordance with Wyo. R. Civ. P. 4 and 12.
9. “Temporary Order” – Any ex parte order previously entered in this matter under Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 35-21-104.

[// GUIDANCE: Add or delete defined terms as required by specific case facts.]

III. OPERATIVE PROVISIONS

1. Immediate Injunctive Relief
   a. Respondent is enjoined from engaging in Prohibited Conduct as detailed in Section V.
   b. Law enforcement shall serve and enforce this Order forthwith.

2. Firearms & Dangerous Weapons
   Respondent shall:
   i. Surrender all firearms and ammunition in Respondent’s possession within [24/48] hours of Service to [DESIGNATED LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY] pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(8) and Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 35-21-105(a)(iii).
   ii. File proof of compliance with this Court within [72] hours of surrender.

3. Custody & Visitation (if applicable)
   Temporary legal and physical custody of the Minor Child(ren) is awarded to Petitioner. Custody and visitation shall be governed by Schedule D.

4. Support (if applicable)
   Respondent shall pay temporary child and/or spousal support in the amount of [$____] per [week/month], commencing [DATE], subject to modification.

5. Property & Residence
   a. Exclusive Use: Petitioner is awarded exclusive use and possession of the residence located at [ADDRESS].
   b. Personal Property Retrieval: Respondent may retrieve personal belongings only once, on [DATE/TIME], in the presence of a peace officer.

IV. FINDINGS OF FACT & LEGAL AUTHORITY

1. Jurisdiction & Notice
   The Court finds that it has subject-matter jurisdiction, personal jurisdiction over Respondent, and that Respondent was provided with proper notice and an opportunity to be heard.

2. Occurrence of Domestic Violence
   Based on the evidence presented, the Court finds by a preponderance of the evidence that Respondent committed acts of Domestic Violence against Petitioner as defined in Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 35-21-102.

3. Necessity of Protection
   The Court further finds that issuance of this Order is necessary to prevent further abuse, protect the physical safety of Petitioner and the Minor Child(ren), and promote the public interest.

4. Statutory Authority
   This Order is issued pursuant to Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 35-21-105 and 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(8).

V. COVENANTS & RESTRICTIONS (CONDUCT PROVISIONS)

Respondent SHALL:
1. Keep a minimum distance of [______] feet from each Protected Person at all times.
2. Immediately vacate the Protected Address and remain away for the duration of this Order.
3. Surrender firearms, ammunition, and concealed-carry permits as outlined in Section III.2.
4. Pay support and comply with custody terms herein.

Respondent SHALL NOT:
1. Initiate any contact, direct or indirect, with any Protected Person, including but not limited to phone calls, texts, e-mails, social media, third-party communications, gifts, or surveillance.
2. Harass, stalk, threaten, or commit any further act of Domestic Violence.
3. Enter or come within [______] feet of the Protected Address, Petitioner’s place of employment, or the Minor Child(ren)’s school/day-care facilities.
4. Possess or attempt to purchase firearms or ammunition.

[// GUIDANCE: Tailor distances, addresses, and any carve-outs (e.g., court-ordered visitation exchange locations).]

VI. ENFORCEMENT, VIOLATION, & REMEDIES

1. Criminal Penalties
   Violation of this Order constitutes a misdemeanor punishable by up to six (6) months in jail and/or a fine of up to $750 under Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 35-21-105(c).

2. Civil Contempt
   The Court retains jurisdiction to enforce this Order through civil contempt, including incarceration and monetary sanctions, upon notice and hearing.

3. Peace Officer Assistance
   Any Wyoming peace officer, or peace officer in another jurisdiction acting under the Violence Against Women Act, shall enforce this Order and may arrest Respondent without a warrant upon probable cause that a violation has occurred, even if the violation did not take place in the officer’s presence.

4. Fees & Costs
   Respondent may be ordered to pay Petitioner’s court costs, service fees, and reasonable attorney’s fees incurred in enforcing this Order.

VII. RISK ALLOCATION & DISCLAIMER

1. Duty to Comply
   Respondent bears sole responsibility for strict compliance with all terms herein.

2. Disclaimer of Court Liability
   The Court and its officers assume no civil liability for any harm resulting from enforcement or non-enforcement of this Order, consistent with sovereign immunity principles.

3. No Indemnification or Liability Caps
   Indemnification and liability limitation provisions are inapplicable to this judicial Order.

VIII. MODIFICATION, TERMINATION, AND RENEWAL

1. Modification
   Either party may move to modify this Order pursuant to Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 35-21-105(f). The movant must demonstrate a material change in circumstances or present newly discovered evidence.

2. Termination
   This Order remains in effect until the expiration date stated in Section I.3, unless terminated earlier by Court order after notice and hearing.

3. Renewal
   Petitioner may file a motion to renew or extend this Order no later than thirty (30) days before its expiration, supported by affidavit.

IX. GENERAL PROVISIONS

1. Severability
   If any provision of this Order is adjudged unenforceable, the remainder shall remain in full force and effect.

2. Full Faith & Credit
   This Order shall be accorded full faith and credit pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 2265 and is valid and enforceable in all jurisdictions within and outside the State of Wyoming.

3. Service & Notice
   a. A certified copy of this Order shall be promptly served on Respondent and provided to Petitioner.
   b. The Clerk of Court shall enter this Order into the statewide protection-order registry forthwith.

4. Copies to Law Enforcement
   Copies of this Order shall be forwarded to the _ County Sheriff’s Office, _ City Police Department, and any other relevant law-enforcement entities.

5. Electronic Signatures & Counterparts
   This Order may be signed electronically and issued in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original.

X. EXECUTION BLOCK

ENTERED AND DATED this _ day of _, 20_, at _ o’clock __.m.

Hon. [JUDGE’S FULL NAME]
District Court Judge, ____ Judicial District
State of Wyoming

Acknowledgment of Receipt

Respondent hereby acknowledges personal receipt of this Order on the date and time indicated below and understands that violation of any provision herein may result in immediate arrest, criminal prosecution, and/or civil contempt.

______ ___
Respondent (Signature) Date & Time

[// GUIDANCE: If Respondent is not present, remove acknowledgment and ensure proper service per rules.]

NOTARY (If Required for Service Affidavit)

State of Wyoming )
County of _ ) ss.

On this _ day of _, 20_, before me, the undersigned authority, personally appeared ___, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed herein, and acknowledged executing this instrument.

Notary Public
My commission expires: ____

SCHEDULES (attach as needed)

• Schedule A – Minor Child(ren) Information
• Schedule B – Protected Address(es)
• Schedule C – Additional Protected Persons
• Schedule D – Custody & Visitation Terms
• Schedule E – Support Calculation Worksheet

[END OF ORDER]