West Virginia · West Virginia Code — Chapter 61, Crimes and Their Punishment
W. Va. Code (Crimes) § 61-8D-4: Child neglect resulting in injury; child neglect creating risk of injury; criminal penalties
What this law says, in plain English
Statute defines criminal child neglect offenses ranging from misdemeanor (risk of bodily injury) to felony (causing bodily injury, serious bodily injury, or substantial risk of death/serious injury), with penalties including imprisonment and fines.
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