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WV HB5385

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/9/2026

Primary Sponsor

Joseph Statler

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals §55-2-1 of the West Virginia Code relating to entry upon or recovery of lands
  • Repeals §55-3-1 concerning issuance of summons in unlawful entry or detainer cases
  • Repeals §55-3-6 which addresses equitable defenses and adverse possession
  • Eliminates the legal framework allowing individuals to claim ownership of property through continuous, open occupation over time
  • Introduced by Delegate Statler on February 9, 2026, and referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary

Legislative Description

To repeal laws relating to adverse possession

Real and Personal Property

Last Action

To House Judiciary

2/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/9/2026

Full Bill Text

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