The term domestic violence includes felony or misdemeanor crimes of violence committed by a current or former spouse or intimate partner of the victim; by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common; by a person who is cohabitating with or has cohabitated with the victim as a spouse or intimate partner; by a person similarly situated to a spouse of the victim under the domestic or family violence laws of the state or jurisdiction; or by any other person against an adult or youth victim who is protected from that person’s acts under the domestic or family violence laws of the state or jurisdiction.

In an emergency, victims of domestic violence should call 911 or contact state or local law enforcement officials who can respond to these crimes. Individuals in need of non-emergency assistance can also call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE or visit www.TheHotline.org.

In Wyoming, domestic violence is defined under state law to include physical harm, bodily injury, assault, or the infliction of fear of imminent physical harm, bodily injury, or assault between family members, household members, or those in a dating relationship. This definition aligns with the broader understanding that domestic violence encompasses crimes of violence committed by current or former intimate partners, spouses, cohabitants, or other individuals similarly situated under Wyoming's domestic or family violence laws. Victims of domestic violence in Wyoming should immediately call 911 in emergencies to receive assistance from law enforcement. For non-emergency situations, victims can seek help from the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE or visit their website. Additionally, Wyoming provides legal protections such as restraining orders and offers resources through various state and local agencies dedicated to assisting victims of domestic violence.