W. Va. Code § 48-16-612

Current through 2024 First Special Session
Section 48-16-612 - Recognition of order modified in another state

If a child support order issued by a tribunal of this state is modified by a tribunal of another state which assumed jurisdiction pursuant to the uniform interstate family support act, a tribunal of this state:

(1) May enforce its order that was modified only as to arrears and interest accruing before the modification;
(2) May provide appropriate relief for violations of its order which occurred before the effective date of the modification; and
(3) Shall recognize the modifying order of the other state, upon registration, for the purpose of enforcement.

W. Va. Code § 48-16-612