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West Virginia · Through as of 2026-08-03; contains at least the enactments of the 2026 Regular Session · Newer source version available

W. Va. Code § 27-9-1: License; regulations.

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  1. CHAPTER 27. MENTALLY ILL PERSONS.
  2. ARTICLE 9. LICENSING OF HOSPITALS.

No behavioral health center shall provide behavioral health services unless a license is first obtained from the Secretary of the Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification. The director of the Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification shall propose rules for legislative approval in accordance with the provisions of §29A-3-1 et seq., in regard to the operation of behavioral health centers. The director, or any person authorized by the director, has authority to investigate and inspect any licensed behavioral health center. The director may impose a civil money penalty, suspend, or revoke the license of any center for good cause after reasonable notice, including due process rights as provided in legislative rule.

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