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WY HB0104
Bill
Status
Failed
2/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Lloyd Larsen
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AI Summary
- County clerks may reject documents submitted for filing that lack arguable basis in law or fact, or are presented for improper purposes such as harassment
- Clerks must file a motion with district court to obtain an order declaring a filing frivolous before rejection; the filer must receive notice and opportunity to be heard
- For previously filed documents determined to be frivolous, clerks may add a notation to the record stating the filing has been deemed frivolous
- Rejected filing fees must be refunded within 10 days of the court order; filings cannot be rejected once the fee has been deposited or the document has been filed
- Filings declared frivolous have no legal effect; effective date is July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
County clerks-frivolous filings procedure.
Last Action
Did not Consider for Introduction
2/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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