Property Management

In West Virginia, a tenant who receives a WRIT of possession order from the court must vacate the property within:

AImmediately upon service
BThe timeframe specified in the writ, typically a few days✓ Correct
C30 days regardless of the court order
D60 days for residential tenants only

Explanation

After a court grants an eviction (unlawful detainer) and issues a writ of possession, the tenant must vacate within the timeframe specified in the writ. The sheriff or constable may then forcibly remove the tenant if they fail to vacate.

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