A Wyoming Domestic Violence Protection Order is a court order issued by a judge in Wyoming that is intended to provide protection against domestic violence and abuse. It is available to victims of domestic violence, including those who are married, in a dating relationship, related by blood or marriage, or living in the same household. The instructions for obtaining a Wyoming Domestic Violence Protection Order include: 1. Filing a Petition: The first step in obtaining a Domestic Violence Protection Order is to file a petition with the court. The petition must include the name of the petitioner, the type of protection requested, the name of the respondent, and a brief description of the incidents of domestic abuse that have occurred. 2. Serving the Petition: After the petition is filed, it must be served on the respondent along with a notice of hearing. The notice of hearing includes the date, time, and location of the hearing. 3. Hearing: Both the petitioner and respondent will have the opportunity to present evidence and testimony at the hearing. After considering all the evidence, the judge will decide whether to grant the Domestic Violence Protection Order. 4. Issuance of the Order: If the judge grants the Domestic Violence Protection Order, it will be issued immediately and will remain in effect until the date specified in the order. There are two types of Wyoming Domestic Violence Protection Orders: Temporary Protection Orders and Permanent Protection Orders. A Temporary Protection Order is issued when immediate protection is needed, and is valid for up to four weeks. A Permanent Protection Order is issued when long-term protection is needed, and is valid for up to two years.