Primary law and terminology
Wyo. Stat. § 20-2-201. In Wyoming, courts generally describe the schedule as a visitation schedule. The court's decision is based on the child's best interests, not simply a parent's preferred percentage of time.
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Wyoming Custody Laws: Parenting Time & Relocation
A plain-English reference to Wyoming custody terminology, joint custody, parenting time, relocation, child preferences, and order changes.
Informational only—not legal advice. Laws and guidelines change. Verify the current rule with the official court resource and a licensed Wyoming family-law attorney.
Joint custody and parenting time
No presumption; the court may order any custody arrangement it finds in the child's best interests.
Child preference
Considered for a child of sufficient maturity, though it is not a listed statutory factor.
Relocation and move-away cases
No relocation statute; a move can be a material change in circumstances.
Changing an existing order
A material change in circumstances since the order is required.
Where to file
Under the UCCJEA the child generally must have lived in the state for the 6 months before filing (or since birth, if younger). District courts handle all custody cases in Wyoming.
Build a workable Wyoming parenting plan
Put regular time, holidays, exchanges, communication, and dispute steps in one written plan. Then keep the actual schedule and handoffs organized as circumstances change.
Wyoming custody questions
What are the custody laws in Wyoming?
Wyoming applies the statute or rule summarized above and decides parenting time by the child's best interests. Read the official court resource before filing.
Can a parent move with a child in Wyoming?
No relocation statute; a move can be a material change in circumstances.
How do I change a Wyoming custody order?
A material change in circumstances since the order is required.
More Wyoming family-law resources
Compare the rule with your written plan, schedule, and records before you file or negotiate.
- Parenting plan guides by state
Filing venue, required classes, and the terminology each state's courts use.
- Custody schedule patterns explained
2-2-3, 2-2-5-5, week-on/week-off, and every other common rotation.
- Custody percentage calculator
Count overnights across a full cycle the way state worksheets do.
- Court-ready PDF legal exports
One-click evidence packets for your attorney or a hearing — unlimited and free.
- State-by-state child support estimator
Applies your state's own guideline model to your numbers.