Bill > HB0123

This bill modifies Wyoming's adverse possession law by introducing new provisions that protect property owners from losing their land through adverse possession claims. Specifically, the bill states that the legal time period required for someone to claim ownership of another's property through adverse possession will not run (progress) during any time when the original property owner has paid all taxes and assessments consistent with their recorded property title. Additionally, the bill adds a provision that if a defendant in an adverse possession lawsuit can prove they have proper title to the property and the plaintiff still pursues the claim and ultimately loses, the plaintiff must pay all court costs and attorney fees. The changes will apply to any civil actions for adverse possession that begin on or after July 1, 2025. The bill aims to provide stronger protections for property owners by making it more difficult for someone to claim ownership of land they do not legally own, particularly when the original owner has been consistently maintaining their property tax obligations.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2025/HB0123