West Virginia § 30-5-22 - 30-5-22. Pharmacies to be registered.
Full text of West Virginia West Virginia Code § 30-5-22 — 30-5-22. Pharmacies to be registered., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 30-5-22. 30-5-22. Pharmacies to be registered.
(a) A pharmacy, an ambulatory health care facility, and a charitable clinic pharmacy shall register with the board.
(b) A person desiring to operate, maintain, open, or establish a pharmacy shall register with the board.
(c) To be eligible for a registration to operate, maintain, open, or establish a pharmacy the applicant shall:
(1) Submit a written application to the board;
(2) Pay all applicable fees;
(3) Designate a pharmacist-in-charge; and
(4) Successfully complete an inspection by the board.
(d) A separate application shall be made and separate registration issued for each location.
(e) Registration is not transferable.
(f) Registration expires and shall be renewed biennially.
(g) If a registration expires, the pharmacy shall be reinspected and an inspection fee is required.
(h) A registrant shall employ a pharmacist-in-charge and operate in compliance with the legislative rules governing the practice of pharmacist care and the operation of a pharmacy.
(i) The provisions of this section do not apply to the sale of nonprescription drugs which are not required to be dispensed pursuant to a practitioner’s prescription.
(j) The provisions of this section do not apply to the sale or distribution of dialysate, drugs, or devices necessary to perform home peritoneal renal dialysis to patients with end state renal disease, provided the requirements of §30-5-29 of this code are met.
Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About West Virginia § 30-5-22
What does West Virginia Code § 30-5-22 cover?
Section 30-5-22 ("30-5-22. Pharmacies to be registered.") is part of the West Virginia Code, the codified statutory law of West Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite West Virginia § 30-5-22?
A common citation format is "West Virginia Code § 30-5-22" (West Virginia). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of West Virginia law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the West Virginia official source linked on this page or consult a licensed West Virginia attorney.
How does West Virginia § 30-5-22 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in West Virginia can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in West Virginia.