Wyo. Stat. Ann. §§ 40-26-101 to 40-26-145 § 40-26-135
Order in preceding five years.
Operative Text
40-26-135. Order in preceding five years. If the enforcing authority issues an order against a respondent against whom another order was issued within the preceding five (5) years under W.S. 40-26-133, the enforcing authority shall send a copy of each order to the attorney general.
Section 40-26-135 of Wyoming's statutes establishes a reporting mechanism that activates when a respondent receives a second enforcement order within a five-year window. Specifically, when the enforcing authority issues a new order against someone who already received an order under W.S. 40-26-133 within the preceding five years, both orders must be forwarded to the attorney general. This provision creates an escalating oversight trail for repeat violators without itself imposing additional penalties.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Wyoming's housing provisions should be aware that under § 40-26-135, a second enforcement order within any five-year period triggers automatic notification to the state attorney general. Compliant operators generally maintain records of any prior orders issued under W.S. 40-26-133 and take corrective action promptly to avoid accumulating a pattern of violations. Understanding this escalation mechanism is part of responsible compliance management under Wyoming's framework.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 40-26-135 provides tenants with indirect protection by ensuring that when a landlord or respondent has a history of enforcement orders, the attorney general is formally notified and receives copies of both orders. This creates a state-level record of repeat violations under W.S. 40-26-133, which may inform broader enforcement efforts. Tenants who believe a landlord has been subject to prior orders may wish to contact a local tenant-rights organization or the enforcing authority to understand how this provision applies to their situation.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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