Discretionary appointment of counsel
Wyoming
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Legislation
, Domestic Violence - Alleged Victim
The court may appoint counsel to represent “victims” of stalking in actions for protective orders, where the petition is not filed by the district attorney. Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 7-3-507(d).
The court also has the permissive authority to appoint counsel to “represent the victim in the action” for an order of protection due to domestic abuse. Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 35-21-103(e). In such cases, “[t]he court may require the respondent to pay… reasonable attorney’s fees whether the attorney is court appointed or retained by petitioner.” Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 35-21-103(h).
Appointment of Counsel: Discretionary
Qualified: No
