West Virginia § 48-27-302 - 48-27-302. Venue.
Full text of West Virginia West Virginia Code § 48-27-302 — 48-27-302. Venue., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 48-27-302. 48-27-302. Venue.
The action may be heard in the county in which the domestic violence occurred, in the county in which the respondent is living or in the county in which the petitioner is living, either temporarily or permanently. If the parties are married to each other, the action may also be brought in the county in which an action for divorce between the parties may be brought as provided by 5-106.
Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About West Virginia § 48-27-302
What does West Virginia Code § 48-27-302 cover?
Section 48-27-302 ("48-27-302. Venue.") 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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