HB 2537
To make the posting of a summons in a conspicuous place on rental property acceptable service when a tenant is unavailable for personal service
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill changes how landlords can serve eviction notices on tenants in West Virginia. Currently, landlords must serve tenants personally. This bill allows landlords to post a summons conspicuously on the rental property if the tenant is unavailable to receive service in person. The posting must be accompanied by photographic evidence to ensure proper documentation.
Key provisions
- Allows landlords to post a summons on rental property.
- The summons must be posted ‘conspicuously’ on the premises.
- Landlords must provide photographic evidence of the posting.
- This change applies to eviction proceedings.
- The bill amends existing West Virginia Code §37-6-5.
- The posting method is an alternative to publication.
Who is affected
- Landlords
- Tenants
- Process Servers
- Legal Professionals
Notable changes
- Changes the method of service for eviction notices.
- Provides an alternative to personal service.
- Requires photographic evidence for posting.
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