West Virginia § 48-18-133 - 48-18-133. Recording of social security numbers in certain family matters.
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§ 48-18-133. 48-18-133. Recording of social security numbers in certain family matters.
(a) The social security number, if any, of any applicant for a professional license, driver's license, occupational license, recreational license, or marriage license must be recorded on the application for such license.
(b) The social security number of any individual who is subject to a divorce decree, support order, or paternity determination or acknowledgment must be placed in the records relating to the matter.
(c) For the purposes of subsection (a) of this section, if the licensing authority allows the use of a number other than the social security number on the face of the document while the social security number is kept on file at the agency, the applicant shall be so advised by such authority.
Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does West Virginia Code § 48-18-133 cover?
Section 48-18-133 ("48-18-133. Recording of social security numbers in certain family matters.") 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.
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