Wyoming Mechanics Lien — Deadlines and Filing Guide
Wyoming mechanics lien law under Wyo. Stat. §§ 29-2-101 through 29-2-109 gives contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers lien rights for unpaid construction work. The deadline to file a Wyoming mechanics lien is 150 days from last furnishing — one of the longest filing windows in the western United States. No preliminary notice is required, but post-filing service is required within 30 days. Enforcement must begin within 180 days of filing.
Wyoming Mechanics Lien Deadlines
Wyoming mechanics lien deadlines give all claimants 150 days from the last date of furnishing labor or materials to file a lien with the County Clerk in the county where the property is located under Wyo. Stat. § 29-2-109. Wyoming does not require a preliminary notice before filing. However, within 30 days of filing, the claimant must serve a copy of the lien on the property owner. The enforcement deadline is 180 days from the date the lien is filed.
How to File a Mechanics Lien in Wyoming
Wyoming mechanics liens are filed with the County Clerk in the county where the project property is located. Wyoming has 23 counties. Major Wyoming construction markets include Laramie County (Cheyenne), Natrona County (Casper), Campbell County (Gillette), Fremont County (Lander/Riverton), and Teton County (Jackson). Use the Mechanics Lien Management State System to calculate your exact Wyoming filing deadline.
Wyoming Mechanics Lien Enforcement
Wyoming mechanics liens must be enforced by filing a lawsuit within 180 days of the lien filing date under Wyo. Stat. § 29-2-109. The 30-day post-filing service requirement is mandatory — serve a copy of the filed lien on the property owner within 30 days of recording. Track the 150-day filing deadline, the 30-day post-filing service requirement, and the 180-day enforcement deadline using Mechanics Lien Management.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do you have to file a mechanics lien in Wyoming?
In Wyoming, the deadline to file a mechanics lien is 150 days from the last date of furnishing labor or materials under Wyo. Stat. § 29-2-109.
Does Wyoming require a preliminary notice?
No preliminary notice is required before filing. However, within 30 days of recording the lien, the claimant must serve a copy on the property owner.
Where do you file a mechanics lien in Wyoming?
Wyoming mechanics liens are filed with the County Clerk in the county where the property is located. Wyoming has 23 counties.
How long does a Wyoming mechanics lien last?
After filing, a Wyoming mechanics lien must be enforced by filing a lawsuit within 180 days of the filing date under Wyo. Stat. § 29-2-109.