West Virginia Commercial Eviction Process: Fast-Track Court Procedures
A guide to commercial eviction in West Virginia, including the fast 'rocket docket' process, grounds for eviction, and the Petition for Summary Relief.
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West Virginia's commercial evictions are governed by the terms of the lease agreement and common law unlawful detainer statutes (Chapter 55, Article 3). Unlike the residential summary relief process, commercial landlords must adhere to the specific notice and cure periods defined in their commercial lease before filing an Unlawful Detainer action.
Grounds for Commercial Eviction
Eviction Process
Step 1: Identify the Ground
For non-payment and lease violations, the landlord must follow the notice and cure provisions explicitly stated in the commercial lease agreement.
Step 2: File Unlawful Detainer
File an Unlawful Detainer action with the Magistrate or Circuit Court in the county where the property is located, in accordance with WV Code § 55-3.
Step 3: Service
The tenant is formally served with a summons and a copy of the complaint.
Step 4: Court Hearing
A hearing is scheduled very quickly — often within a few days of service. Both parties present their cases.
Step 5: Judgment and Removal
If the landlord prevails, an order for possession is issued. Only a law enforcement officer with a valid court order can remove the tenant. Self-help eviction is illegal even for commercial properties.
Self-Help Eviction Is Prohibited
WV law prohibits self-help eviction methods for commercial tenants:
- No changing locks without a court order.
- No shutting off utilities.
- No removing tenant's property.
- Violation can result in criminal charges and civil liability.
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Filing
Landlord files Unlawful Detainer in Magistrate or Circuit Court.
Service
Tenant is served with summons and complaint.
Hearing
Court date is scheduled based on court availability.
Judgment
Court issues order for possession if landlord prevails.
Removal
Law enforcement officer executes writ if tenant remains.
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