Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 103-7-9 - Effect of Noncompliance; Failure to obtain certification; Penalty9.1. Any person who conducts a home inspection without the required certification may be subject to being issued a citation or a civil action for an injunction in the name of the state in the circuit court of the county where the inspection was or is being performed. A circuit court by mandatory or prohibitory injunction may compel compliance with the provisions of this rule, with the lawful orders of the State Fire Marshal and with any final decision of the State Fire Marshal. The State Fire Marshal shall be represented in all proceedings instituted pursuant to this section by the attorney general or his or her assistants.9.2. Any person who conducts or performs home inspections when that person does not have a valid certification issued or recognized by the State Fire Marshal may be subject to criminal prosecution under the provisions of W. Va. Code § 15A-10-22.