Generated: March 25, 2026
West Virginia Reentry Guide
Last updated: March 2026SORNA tiers (I/II/III)
📅 Your First 30 Days
Complete these steps as quickly as possible after release. Missing deadlines can trigger supervision violations.
Report to your probation or parole officer within 24 hours of release
Register with West Virginia State Police and local law enforcement within 3 days
Verify address compliance with West Virginia's 1,000-ft rule before moving in
Obtain West Virginia state ID reflecting your registered address
Contact Legal Aid of West Virginia for civil legal assistance
📋 Registry Obligations
West Virginia sex offenders register with WV State Police. Tier III verify every 90 days, Tier II semi-annually, Tier I annually. Address and employment changes must be reported to both State Police and local LE within 3 days.
Tier system: SORNA tiers (I/II/III)
🏠 Residency Restrictions
West Virginia restricts sex offenders whose offense involved a minor from residing within 1,000 feet of schools and daycares. Registration is managed jointly by West Virginia State Police and local law enforcement. Supervision conditions may impose additional restrictions.
- ·1,000 ft from schools and daycares (offenses involving minors)
- ·Cannot reside with a minor victim
- ·Must register with West Virginia State Police and local LE within 3 days
- ·Address changes must be reported within 3 days
- ·Must provide vehicle, employment, and internet identifier information
💡 Housing tip: West Virginia's 1,000-ft rule applies to offenses involving minors. Charleston and Huntington have limited compliant housing near schools. Rural West Virginia offers more housing options. Contact the DOC for pre-release housing planning assistance.
Find housing resources →💼 Fair-Chance Employers
Employers who explicitly accept applicants with sex offense records. View all fair-chance employers →
No jobs currently listed specifically in West Virginia, but many employers hire remotely or across state lines.
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Transportation
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Technology
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Food Service
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📞 Key Contacts
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⚖️ Legal Aid
🤝 Reentry Organizations
State DOC reentry programs and community supervision
Housing and support services for vulnerable populations in Charleston
🏛️ Parole / Supervision Agency
West Virginia Board of Parole: 304-558-6366 · dcr.wv.gov
🆘 Crisis & Emergency Lines
📖 SORNA Tier Reference
West Virginia Tier III registrants cannot work within 1,000 ft of schools, daycares, or school bus stops. All registrants must report employment address changes within 3 days.
For complete tier definitions, offense classifications, and federal vs. state comparisons:
View Full West Virginia SORNA Guide →or visit: openpath.app/sorna-info
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Disclaimer: This guide is informational only. Laws change frequently. Always verify your specific requirements with your supervision officer and consult a qualified attorney.