NOTICE TO QUIT FOR NONPAYMENT OF RENT
(West Virginia)
[// GUIDANCE: West Virginia landlord-tenant law is governed by W. Va. Code Chapter 37. IMPORTANT: West Virginia is unusual in that it generally does NOT require advance written notice before filing an eviction for nonpayment of rent. Once rent is overdue, the landlord may file a Wrongful Occupation action. However, providing notice is best practice and may be required by the lease. This notice serves as a demand for payment and notice of intent to file suit. Verify current requirements before use.]
NOTICE INFORMATION
Date of Notice: [DATE]
Tenant Name(s): [TENANT FULL LEGAL NAME(S)]
Rental Property Address: [FULL ADDRESS]
NOTICE TO TENANT
You are in default due to nonpayment of rent.
Amount Due: $[TOTAL]
DEMAND FOR PAYMENT OR POSSESSION
DEMAND IS HEREBY MADE that you immediately pay the full amount of rent due OR vacate and surrender possession of the premises.
If payment or possession is not received within [NUMBER] DAYS, the Landlord will file a Wrongful Occupation action in West Virginia Magistrate Court.
PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS
[LANDLORD NAME]
[ADDRESS]
[PHONE NUMBER]
IMPORTANT NOTICES
- West Virginia Landlord-Tenant Law: W. Va. Code Chapter 37.
- Wrongful Occupation: Under W. Va. Code § 55-3A-1, landlords may file for possession when rent is overdue.
- Security Deposit: W. Va. Code § 37-6A-1 et seq.
- Legal Assistance: Legal Aid of West Virginia: 1-800-642-8279
SERVICE & SIGNATURE
Served on [DATE] by: ☐ Personal ☐ Posting ☐ Mail
Landlord: [PRINT NAME]
Signature: ____________________________________
Date: [DATE]
Consult a licensed West Virginia attorney for guidance.