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How to Respond to a Debt Collection Lawsuit in Wyoming

The deadline to answer a debt lawsuit in Wyoming, where to file, and what happens if you don't respond.

Short answer: 10 years for an action on a specialty or any contract, agreement or promise in writing. Wyo. Stat. 1-3-105(a)(i)

Time limit to sue on a written contract10 years for an action on a specialty or any contract, agreement or promise in writing.
Text read in the Legislature's compiled Title 1 PDF.
How long a judgment lastsA judgment becomes dormant (and stops being a lien) if no execution is issued within 5 years after the judgment, or if 5 years pass between executions. A dormant judgment can be revived by court order on motion.

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FAQ

What is the statute of limitations on debt in Wyoming?
10 years for an action on a specialty or any contract, agreement or promise in writing.
How long does a court judgment last in Wyoming?
A judgment becomes dormant (and stops being a lien) if no execution is issued within 5 years after the judgment, or if 5 years pass between executions. A dormant judgment can be revived by court order on motion.

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.