West Virginia Statutes

§ 37-6A-4 — Prohibited provision in rental agreements

West Virginia § 37-6A-4
JurisdictionWest Virginia
Ch. 37REAL PROPERTY
Art. 6ARESIDENTIAL RENTAL SECURITY DEPOSITS

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W. Va. Code § 37-6A-4 (2026).

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A rental agreement may not contain a provision that the tenant agrees to waive or forego rights or remedies under this article. A provision prohibited by this section included in a rental agreement is unenforceable. If a landlord brings an action to enforce any of the prohibited provisions, the tenant may recover actual damages sustained by him or her and reasonable attorney's fees.

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Legislative History

2011 Reg. Sess., HB3202; 2006 Reg. Sess., HB4695

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