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Abuse of process is the improper use of the courts and other legal processes for an improper or unlawful motive or purpose, such as harassment or coercion. Abuse of process is an intentional tort (wrong) and may arise in a civil or criminal proceeding.

In Wyoming, abuse of process is recognized as a civil cause of action. It occurs when someone uses the legal system in a way that is not intended by the law, typically for an ulterior motive such as harassment, intimidation, or to achieve an outcome that is not the legitimate aim of the process being used. To establish a claim for abuse of process in Wyoming, the plaintiff must prove that the defendant had an ulterior motive or purpose and that a willful act was performed in the use of the process that was not proper in the regular conduct of the proceeding. This might include actions such as filing lawsuits with no legitimate basis, using legal procedures in a way that is not consistent with their intended purpose, or filing motions to delay justice or harass the other party. If a party is found liable for abuse of process, they may be required to pay damages to the victim, which can include compensatory damages for the harm caused and possibly punitive damages if the conduct was particularly egregious.

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