Expungement is the official legal process through which the state seals records of criminal matters. People with arrests, charges and sometimes even convictions on their criminal records can ask the courts to expunge or seal their criminal records. They can then...
Year: 2026
Thinking about divorce? 4 key facts about filing in West Virginia
Divorce is rarely just a legal transition that changes your marital status. It is often an emotional experience that can create uncertainty tied to major life changes. Many people start the process with the same basic question: How can I file for divorce, and what...
If you are under 21, you have a different legal limit
If you ask most drivers about the legal limit for blood alcohol concentration, they will probably tell you that West Virginia law sets it at 0.08%. This is consistent across all 50 states, and most people learn this in driver’s ed classes. If a driver reaches or...
When business disputes turn into embezzlement allegations
Disputes are just a part of doing business. But what sometimes begins as a disagreement over finances, authority or control can soon escalate into criminal accusations. If you’re a business owner, executive or employee who handles company funds, this shift can be...