Know the Laws: West Virginia
UPDATED August 7, 2008
A restraining order or protective order is a legal order issued by a state court which requires one person to stop harming another. In West Virginia, there are several types of orders explained below.
- Overview of Civil vs. Criminal Law
Some restraining orders are issued in criminal court and some are issued in civil court.
- Protective Orders
Provides protection from harm by a family or household member.
- Moving to Another State with a Protective Order
Your WV Protective Order may be enforceable wherever you move.
- Enforcing your Out-Of-State Order in WV
If you are planning to move to WV or are going to be in WV for any reason, your protection or restraining order may be enforced.