West Virginia § 48-7-301 - Injunction to prevent removal or disposition of property.

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§ 48-7-301. Injunction to prevent removal or disposition of property.

Where it appears to the court that a party is about to remove himself or herself or his or her property from the jurisdiction of the court or is about to dispose of, alienate or encumber property in order to defeat a fair distribution of marital property, or the payment of alimony, child support or separate maintenance, an injunction may issue to prevent the removal or disposition and the property may be attached as provided by this code. The court may issue such injunction or attachment without bond.

Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About West Virginia § 48-7-301

What does West Virginia Code § 48-7-301 cover?

Section 48-7-301 ("Injunction to prevent removal or disposition of property.") 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 § 48-7-301?

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Is this the official text of West Virginia law?

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