Wyoming § 14-6-238 - Proceedings deemed in equity; effect of orders and decrees.

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§ 14-6-238. Proceedings deemed in equity; effect of orders and decrees.

All proceedings under this act shall be regarded as proceedings in equity and the court shall have and exercise equitable jurisdiction. No order or decree pursuant to this act shall be deemed a conviction of a crime or impose any civil disabilities, nor shall it disqualify the child for any civil or military service application or appointment or from holding public office.

Source: official Wyoming text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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What does Wyoming Statutes Annotated § 14-6-238 cover?

Section 14-6-238 ("Proceedings deemed in equity; effect of orders and decrees.") is part of the Wyoming Statutes Annotated, the codified statutory law of Wyoming. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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