W. Va. Code § 21-5G-5

Current through 2024 Regular Session
Section 21-5G-5 - Administrative remedies

Any individual who is employed by an employer may file a complaint alleging a violation or threatened violation of this article with either the Attorney General, the West Virginia Division of Labor or the prosecuting attorney of the county in which the individual is employed. Upon receiving a complaint pursuant to this section, the Attorney General, Division of Labor or prosecuting attorney shall investigate the complaint and enforce compliance if a violation of the provisions of this article is found.

If the Division of Labor determines that a violation or threatened violation of this article has occurred, the division shall issue an administrative order providing for any of the civil remedies provided in section six of this article.

W. Va. Code § 21-5G-5

Added by 2016 Acts, ch. 142 (SB 1), eff. 5/12/2016.