Wyo. Stat. Ann. §§ 1-21-403, 1-21-1001 to 1-21-1017, 1-21-1201 to 1-21-1211, 1-21-1301 to 1-21-1304, 1-21-1401 to 1-21-1403 § 1-21-1013
Writ of restitution; execution and return.
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1-21-1013. Writ of restitution; execution and return. Unless the defendant takes an appeal, the officer shall execute the writ of restitution within two (2) days after receiving it, Sundays excepted, by restoring the plaintiff to possession of the premises. He shall levy and collect the execution for rent and costs and make return as upon other executions.
Wyoming Statute § 1-21-1013 governs the timeline and method for carrying out a writ of restitution in an eviction proceeding. Once a law enforcement officer receives the writ, the officer must restore the landlord to possession of the rental premises within two days, not counting Sundays, provided the tenant has not filed an appeal. The same officer is also responsible for collecting any monetary judgment for unpaid rent and costs, following the same procedures used for other court-ordered executions.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 1-21-1013, once a court issues a writ of restitution and no appeal has been filed, a compliant property owner generally coordinates with the serving officer to ensure the writ is delivered promptly, since the two-day execution window begins upon the officer's receipt of the document. Operators typically confirm that any judgment amounts for unpaid rent and court costs are accurately reflected in the execution paperwork so the officer can levy and collect those sums. Keeping clear records of all amounts owed and court orders helps facilitate a smooth and lawful restoration of possession.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 1-21-1013, a tenant who has received an adverse judgment in an eviction case has the right to file an appeal, which can pause execution of the writ of restitution — meaning the officer would not be required to remove the tenant within the two-day window while a valid appeal is pending. Tenants who believe an appeal may be appropriate can explore that option through the court where the judgment was entered or by consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with Wyoming eviction procedures. Understanding the strict two-day timeline this provision establishes can help tenants recognize how quickly action may be taken if no appeal is pursued.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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