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West Virginia Code Chapter 53. Extraordinary Remedies § 53-8-8. Modification and rescission

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a) A personal safety order may be modified or rescinded during the term of the personal safety order after:

(1) Giving notice to the petitioner and the respondent; and

(2) A hearing.

(b) Modification may include extending the term of the personal safety order if the order was previously issued for a term of less than the two-year maximum term set forth in section seven of this article.

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