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If a child expresses a desire not to see their father, it is generally recommended to address the situation through the legal system. Parents may need to go back to court to seek modifications to the existing custody arrangement, presenting evidence and arguments to support any changes.

(a) Any person who knows or has reasonable cause to believe or suspect that a child has been abused or neglected or who observes any child being subjected to conditions or circumstances that would reasonably result in abuse or neglect, shall immediately report it to the child protective agency or local law enforcement ...

That's something of a trick question, because normally a child—meaning someone under the age of majority, which is 18 in Wyoming—doesn't have decision-making power when it comes to custody. (Wyo. Stat. § 14-1-101.)

Thank you for allowing us to assist you with this problem. A child does not get to decide until she turns 18. Prior to the child turning 18 the custodial parent would have to file a modification of visitation petition in court requesting a new court order changing visitation.

Case law in Wyoming has held for quite some time that a child's preference is a factor for a judge to consider in rendering a custody decision. There are conditions, however, not the least of which is that the court has to conclude that the child is of sufficient age and maturity to make a reasoned request.

If the child is 12 or older, the judge may consider the wishes of the child. The judge may consider the wishes of the child as long as the judge determines that the child is "of sufficient age and capacity." Wyoming law leaves it completely up to the judge whether he/she will consider the wishes of the child.

Failure of any person without adequate excuse to obey a subpoena served upon that person may be deemed a contempt of the court from which the subpoena issued.

A person commanded to produce documents, electronically stored information, or tangible things, or to permit the inspection of premises, need not appear in person at the place of production or inspection unless also commanded to appear for a deposition, hearing, or trial.

A party or an attorney responsible for the issuance and service of a subpoena shall take reasonable steps to avoid imposing undue burden or expense on a person subject to that subpoena.