West Virginia Statutes

§ 48-16-303 — Application of law of state

West Virginia § 48-16-303
JurisdictionWest Virginia
Ch. 48DOMESTIC RELATIONS
Art. 16UNIFORM INTERSTATE FAMILY SUPPORT ACT

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W. Va. Code § 48-16-303 (2026).

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Except as otherwise provided in this article, a responding tribunal of this state shall:

(1)Apply the procedural and substantive law generally applicable to similar proceedings originating in this state and may exercise all powers and provide all remedies available in those proceedings; and
(2)Determine the duty of support and the amount payable in accordance with the law and support guidelines of this state.

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Legislative History

2002 Reg. Sess., SB485; 2001 Reg. Sess., HB2199

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