The bill amends Wyoming's civil procedure regarding adverse possession by establishing specific conditions under which the time period for a cause of action does not run. It specifies that the time period for adverse possession will not be applicable during any period when the property owner has paid all property taxes and assessments related to the property in question. Additionally, the bill outlines that if a defendant in an adverse possession claim can provide proof of proper title and the plaintiff continues with the claim, the plaintiff will be responsible for all associated costs and attorney fees if they lose the case.

The bill also includes a provision that it will apply to any civil action for adverse possession that accrues on or after July 1, 2025, with an effective date set for the same day. The amendments aim to clarify the legal framework surrounding adverse possession claims and ensure that property owners are protected when they fulfill their tax obligations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 1-3-103
Engrossed: 1-3-103