W. Va. R. Prac. & P. Dom. Viol. 16a
As amended through January 31, 2024
At any stage of domestic violence proceedings, if a family court judge has reasonable cause to suspect any minor child involved in the proceedings has been abused or neglected, in addition to mandatory reporting duties the judge shall follow the written referral procedures set forth in Rule 48(b) of the Rules of Practice and Procedure for Family Court and Rule 25 a herein.
W. Va. R. Prac. & P. Dom. Viol. 16a