Court Eviction Process in WV
This video explains the reasons you can be evicted and the court process for eviction in West Virginia.
Eviction Process in WV for Public Housing
This video explains the eviction process if you live in public or subsidized housing, where your rent is based on your income.
Forms
Easy-to-complete forms that may help with your housing issue.
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Answer to an Eviction Case (Wrongful Occupation)
This form helps you respond to an eviction case by telling the Magistrate Court and landlord that you are participating in the case. It can help you respond to what is written in the petition.
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Petition for Appeal of an Eviction Case (Wrongful Occupation)
This form helps you appeal your eviction case to the Circuit Court, after you have had a hearing in front of the Magistrate Court.
PUBLIC HOUSING EVICTION
Request for an Informal Hearing
This form helps you write a letter to your Housing Authority to request an Informal Hearing to see if you can resolve the issue before a court eviction case is filed.
Articles
Answers to common questions about housing issues.
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Eviction Process Before a Court Case is Filed
This article explains what may happen if a landlord tries to evict you before filing a court case.
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Court Eviction Process for Renters in West Virginia
This article explains what happens when a landlord files an eviction case in Magistrate Court.
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Appealing an Eviction Case
This article provides information about asking a higher court (Circuit Court) to review an eviction decision made by a Magistrate Court.
PUBLIC HOUSING EVICTION
Eviction from Section 8 Housing
This article provides information about the process for eviction if you have a Section 8 Voucher.
PUBLIC HOUSING EVICTION
Public Housing Eviction
This article provides information about the process for eviction from public housing.
Resources
These resources may be able to help with your housing issue.
Apply for Help from Legal Aid
If you are facing eviction or have questions about your rental housing situation, contact Legal Aid to see if you qualify for free legal help.
West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness
The Coalition identifies, assesses, refers, and connects people experiencing a housing crisis to assistance and housing based on their strengths and needs.
Findhelp.org
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