[// GUIDANCE: This template is intended for use in any Wyoming civil matter
where proof of service of process, pleadings, motions, subpoenas, or other
court-filed documents is required. It is drafted to comply with Rule 4 of the
Wyoming Rules of Civil Procedure (“W.R.C.P.”). Practitioners should verify
all facts, dates, and attachments prior to filing. ]
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF
[__] JUDICIAL DISTRICT, STATE OF WYOMING
[COUNTY] COUNTY
[PLAINTIFF] )
Plaintiff, )
)
v. ) Civil Action No. [____]
)
[DEFENDANT] )
Defendant. )
AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE
I, [FULL LEGAL NAME OF PROCESS SERVER] (“Affiant”), being of lawful age, first duly sworn, depose and state as follows under penalty of perjury pursuant to the laws of the State of Wyoming:
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Identity of Affiant
1.1. My full address is: [STREET], [CITY], [STATE] [ZIP].
1.2. I am over eighteen (18) years of age and not a party to, nor otherwise interested in, the above-captioned action. -
Authorization to Serve Process
2.1. I am authorized to effect service of process in the State of Wyoming pursuant to Wyo. R. Civ. P. 4.
2.2. [Optional] I am duly appointed by the [SHERIFF/PRIVATE PROCESS SERVER REGISTRATION] of [COUNTY] County, Wyoming. -
Documents Served
3.1. The following document(s) were served (“Service Documents”):
a. [SUMMONS];
b. [COMPLAINT/ PETITION];
c. [ANY ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS].
3.2. True and correct copies were personally delivered/mailed as described below. -
Method of Service ☑ (select and complete all that apply)
4.1. ☐ Personal Service (§ 4(e), W.R.C.P.)
• Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]
• Time: [HH:MM a.m./p.m.]
• Location: [PHYSICAL ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP]
• Individual Served: [FULL NAME]
4.2. ☐ Substitute Service (§ 4(e)(2), W.R.C.P.)
• Individual Served: [NAME OF PERSON OF SUITABLE AGE & DISCRETION]
• Relationship/Title: [RELATIONSHIP TO DEFENDANT]
• Service Address (Usual Place of Abode/Business): [ADDRESS]
4.3. ☐ Certified/Registered Mail, Return Receipt Requested (§ 4(l), W.R.C.P.)
• Tracking No.: [USPS#/COURIER#]
• Date Mailed: [MM/DD/YYYY]
• Date of Delivery per Return Receipt: [MM/DD/YYYY]
• Addressed To: [FULL NAME & ADDRESS]
4.4. ☐ Publication (§ 4(g), W.R.C.P.) — See attached Affidavit of Publication.
4.5. ☐ Other Court-Approved Method (specify): [____]. -
Timing Compliance
5.1. Service was completed within the time limits prescribed by Wyo. R. Civ. P. 4(m) (90 days after complaint filing) or as otherwise ordered by the Court.
5.2. No extension of time to serve was necessary ☐ / was granted by Order dated [MM/DD/YYYY] ☐. -
Manner of Delivery and Identification
6.1. I confirmed the identity of the person served by:
a. ☐ Personal acknowledgment of name;
b. ☐ Verification of government-issued photo identification;
c. ☐ Validation through employer/security personnel;
d. ☐ Other: [___].
6.2. The recipient exhibited no signs of mental incompetence or intoxication preventing comprehension of the documents served. -
Fees
7.1. Service fees charged (if any): $[____]. [// GUIDANCE: Insert “N/A” if no fee charged.] -
Attachments
8.1. ☐ Signed USPS return receipt (green card) or electronic proof of delivery.
8.2. ☐ Photographic evidence of service attempt(s).
8.3. ☐ Affidavit of Due Diligence (required for publication).
8.4. ☐ Court order permitting alternative service.
8.5. ☐ Additional documents: [____]. -
Declaration
I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief.
Date: _______
[SIGNATURE OF AFFIANT]
[PRINTED NAME OF AFFIANT]
NOTARIAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT
State of Wyoming )
County of [__] ) ss.
On this ___ day of ____, 20__, before me, the undersigned Notary Public in and for said State, personally appeared [NAME OF AFFIANT], known to me (or satisfactorily proven) to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument and who, after being duly sworn, acknowledged that the statements contained therein are true to the best of his/her knowledge, information, and belief.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my official seal the day and year first above written.
Notary Public for the State of Wyoming
My Commission Expires: [MM/DD/YYYY]
(SEAL)
[// GUIDANCE:
1. File the executed Affidavit of Service promptly with the Clerk of Court,
together with any exhibits referenced above.
2. Retain all original delivery receipts and notes for potential evidentiary use.
3. For substitute or alternative service, ensure strict adherence to Court
order and document each attempt comprehensively to withstand challenge. ]