Wyoming Code § 14-6-405

Taking of child into custody; when permitted
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(a)  A child may be taken into custody by a law enforcement officer without a warrant or court order when:
(i)  The circumstances would permit an arrest without a warrant under W.S. 7-2-102;
(ii)  There are reasonable grounds to believe the child has violated the terms of an order of the juvenile court issued pursuant to this act;
(iii)  There are reasonable grounds to believe a child is abandoned, lost, suffering from illness or injury or seriously endangered by his surroundings and immediate custody appears to be necessary for his protection;
(iv)  The child's conduct or behavior seriously endangers himself and immediate custody appears necessary; or
(v)  There are reasonable grounds to believe the child has run away from his parents, guardian or custodian.

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