# W.R.C.P. 1: Rule 1. Scope and Purpose

> Wyoming · Court rules · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SRULES_WY_RULECIVIPROC_R1

## Section

- **Citation:** W.R.C.P. 1
- **Heading:** Rule 1. Scope and Purpose
- **Jurisdiction:** Wyoming
- **Kind:** Court rules
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Wyoming Court Rules / Wyoming Rules of Civil Procedure / W.R.C.P. 1

## Text

These rules govern the procedure in all civil actions and proceedings in the
State of Wyoming courts, except for actions and proceedings in the chancery
court and other exceptions stated in Rule 81. They should be construed,
administered, and employed by the court and the parties to secure the just,
speedy, and inexpensive determination of every action and proceeding.

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