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HB 4979·WV·house

Reinstituting the maintenance of actions for alienation of affection and criminal conversation

In CommitteeFiled Jan 29, 2026
Sponsor: Ridenour
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To House Judiciary

Jan 29, 2026

Summary

The bill reinstates civil lawsuits for alienation of affection and criminal conversation, allowing claims against individuals or entities. It limits actions to three years after the last alleged act and bars claims once spouses permanently separate. The change revives a tort that has been unavailable since 1969.

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