WV LEG Eviction Proceedings and Hearing

Updated on: May 1, 2025

Latest Event


  • Apr. 2025 WV LEG Governor Approval
  • On Apr. 28, 2025, WV LEG governor approved HB 3272, effective Jul. 11, 2025.

On Apr. 22, WV LEG passed bill on eviction proceeding requirements.

  • WV LEG passed HB 3272, amending WV LEG 55-3A-1 relating to eviction proceedings.
  • Bill Provisions
  • HB 3272 requires a hearing to be scheduled upon filing of an eviction petition.
  • Permits tenants to file written defense to eviction petition within five days of notice.
  • Hearing shall be scheduled 5 five to 10 judicial days following filing of the petition.
  • Legislative History
  • On Mar. 10, 2025, bill introduced in House; on Mar. 25, 2025, bill passed in House.
  • On Mar. 26, 2025, bill introduced in Senate; on Apr. 10, 2025, bill passed the Senate.
  • On Apr. 22, 2025, bill was sent to the governor; pending governor review and action.
  • Effectiveness
  • Upon approval, bill will come into effect 90 days from passage (Jul. 11, 2025).
  • Apr. 2025 WV LEG Governor Approval
  • On Apr. 28, 2025, WV LEG governor approved HB 3272, effective Jul. 11, 2025.
Regulators
WV LEG
Entity Types
CNSM
Reference
Act 4/22/2025; Bill, HB3272, 4/22/2025; Citation: WV LEG 55-3A-1;
Functions
Compliance; Legal; Reporting
Countries
United States of America
Category
State
N/A
Products
Corporate
Rule Type
Final
Regions
Am
Rule Date
Apr 22, 2025
Effective Date
Jul 11, 2025
Rule ID
252000
Linked to
N/A
Reg. Last Update
Apr 28, 2025
Report Section
US Consumer