1-21-1005. Proceedings when defendant fails to appear.
If the defendant does not appear in accordance with a properly served summons the circuit court shall try the action as though he were present. Before proceeding, the plaintiff shall file a complaint in which he relies in order to recover the premises. The complaint must be sustained by proof or the action dismissed.
Structure Wyoming Statutes
Title 1 - Code of Civil Procedure
Chapter 21 - Procedure and Actions
Article 10 - Forcible Entry and Detainer
Section 1-21-1001 - Jurisdiction of Circuit Courts.
Section 1-21-1002 - When Proceedings Allowed.
Section 1-21-1003 - Notice to Quit Premises Required.
Section 1-21-1004 - Summons; Service and Return.
Section 1-21-1005 - Proceedings When Defendant Fails to Appear.
Section 1-21-1006 - Proceedings When Defendant Appears.
Section 1-21-1007 - Bond on Granting Continuance.
Section 1-21-1008 - Trial by Judge or Jury; Judgment and Costs.
Section 1-21-1009 - Trial by Jury; Verdict.
Section 1-21-1010 - Judgment Upon Verdict.
Section 1-21-1011 - Exceptions.
Section 1-21-1012 - Writ of Restitution; Issuance.
Section 1-21-1013 - Writ of Restitution; Execution and Return.
Section 1-21-1014 - Proceedings Upon Stay on Appeal; Bond Required.
Section 1-21-1015 - Rents to Be Deposited on Appeal.
Section 1-21-1016 - Ejectment Not Barred.
Section 1-21-1017 - Corporate and Business Representation in Proceedings.