# W. Va. Code § 15-12-3A: Petition for removal of sexually violent predator designation

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A12_S3A

## Section

- **Citation:** W. Va. Code § 15-12-3A
- **Heading:** Petition for removal of sexually violent predator designation
- **Jurisdiction:** West Virginia
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** WV Code / Chapter 15 / Article 12 / Section 3A

## Text

A proceeding seeking to remove a person's designation as a sexually violent predator may be initiated by the filing of a petition by the person so designated in the original sentencing court. The petition shall set forth that the underlying qualifying conviction has been reversed or vacated. Upon receipt of proof that no qualifying conviction exists, the court shall enter an order directing the removal of the designation.

## Nearby sections

- [W. Va. Code § 15-12-1 §15-12-1. Short title.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A12_S1.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-12-1A §15-12-1a. Intent and findings.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A12_S1A.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-12-2 §15-12-2. Registration; fees and use thereof.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A12_S2.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-12-2A §15-12-2a. Court determination of sexually violent predator.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A12_S2A.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-12-2B §15-12-2b. Creation of sex offender registration advisory board.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A12_S2B.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-12-3 §15-12-3. Change in registry information.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A12_S3.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-12-3A §15-12-3a. Petition for removal of sexually violent predator designation.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A12_S3A.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-12-4 §15-12-4. Duration.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A12_S4.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-12-5 §15-12-5. Distribution and disclosure of information; community information programs by prosecuting attorney and State Police; petition to circuit court.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A12_S5.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-12-6 §15-12-6. Duties of institution officials.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A12_S6.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-12-6A §15-12-6a. Release of information to the Sex Offender Registry.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A12_S6A.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-12-7 §15-12-7. Information shall be released when person moves out of state.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A12_S7.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-12-8 §15-12-8. Failure to register or provide notice of registration changes; penalty; penalty for aiding and abetting.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A12_S8.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-12-9 §15-12-9. Registration of out-of-state offenders.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A12_S9.md)

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