The bill establishes permanent protection orders for victims of sexual assault, stalking, and domestic violence in Wyoming. It introduces new sections, W.S. 7-3-513 and 35-21-113, which outline the requirements and procedures for obtaining such orders. The court is empowered to issue a permanent order of protection upon petition by a victim, considering the respondent's history of violence and the need for the victim's safety. The bill also allows for the termination of these orders upon the victim's request or a motion by the respondent, provided good cause is shown. Additionally, it specifies that a hearing must be held before entering a permanent order, with provisions for remote appearances.

The bill amends existing laws to incorporate these new provisions and clarifies that violations of these orders are misdemeanors punishable by fines or imprisonment. It also ensures that the confidentiality of the parties involved in sexual assault cases is maintained. Notably, the bill deletes certain provisions regarding the tolling of protection orders during incarceration, while inserting language that emphasizes the applicability of these orders statewide. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 7-3-506, 7-3-507, 7-3-509, 7-3-510, 7-3-511, 7-3-512, 35-21-102, 35-21-106