1. Victim and Witness Rights
- Wyoming Attorney General – Victim Services Division
Provides access to crime victim compensation, support during the legal process, and referrals to local advocacy programs. - Wyoming Division of Victim Services Programs
Coordinates services for crime victims including advocacy, emergency support, and court assistance.
2. Free and Low-Cost Legal Aid Programs
- Legal Aid of Wyoming
Offers free or low-cost civil legal representation to eligible residents facing stalking, harassment, or abuse-related issues. - Equal Justice Wyoming
Provides access to legal resources, lawyer referrals, and online self-help tools across the state.
3. Relevant Laws
- Stalking: Wyo. Stat. § 6-2-506
What it means: Engaging in a pattern of conduct that causes a reasonable person to fear for safety or experience serious emotional distress. Includes digital and physical stalking. - Harassment: Addressed under stalking and telecommunications statutes (e.g., Wyo. Stat. § 6-6-103)
What it means: Includes making obscene or threatening communications by phone, text, or electronic means. Often charged alongside stalking or intimidation offenses. - Bullying: No adult criminal statute. Covered under Wyo. Stat. § 21-4-314 (Safe School Climate Act)
What it means: Requires school districts to adopt policies prohibiting bullying, harassment, and intimidation, including cyberbullying, with clear procedures for intervention and discipline. - Defamation: Civil tort, not criminal. Based on Wyoming common law.
What it means: Individuals may bring civil lawsuits for libel or slander if false statements result in reputational or financial harm. There is no criminal defamation statute in Wyoming.
4. Reporting and Hotlines
- Call 911 if you are in immediate danger or need emergency assistance.
- Report non-emergency harassment or stalking to your local police department or county sheriff.
- Wyoming Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (WCADVSA)
Connects victims to local shelters, legal advocates, and trauma recovery services. - Statewide Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-990-0890
Available 24/7 to provide confidential support and referral assistance across Wyoming.
5. Support Organizations
- WCADVSA – Wyoming Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
Offers statewide coordination of legal services, survivor advocacy, emergency shelter, and outreach education. - SAFE Project – Laramie
Provides shelter, legal advocacy, and crisis support for survivors in Albany County and surrounding areas.
6. Civil Remedies and Protection Orders
Wyoming courts issue Protection Orders for stalking, harassment, and domestic violence. These may prohibit contact, proximity, or electronic communication. Emergency orders can be granted quickly, with long-term protection available through a hearing. Legal aid organizations can help with filing and court navigation.
Important Note on Jurisdiction: If the individual you are seeking a restraining order against lives in a different state, your local court may not have jurisdiction to enforce that order. In most cases, you must file for protection in the state where that individual resides or where the conduct occurred. This applies even in situations involving online harassment, defamation, or stalking. Contact legal aid services in both your state and the other person’s state for guidance.
7. Youth and School Resources
- Wyoming Department of Education – Bullying Prevention
Provides school guidance, reporting tools, and policy requirements to protect students from bullying and harassment.
8. Court Forms and Filing Help
- Wyoming Judicial Branch – Protection Orders
Offers downloadable forms, instructions, and legal resources for filing for protection from abuse or stalking.
9. Online Safety and Privacy Tools
- NNEDV Tech Safety Toolkit
Provides guidance on digital security, safe communication practices, and how to respond to online harassment or cyberstalking.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
