Don't Let Your West Virginia Exhibits Get Rejected
Get the complete West Virginia exhibit requirements checklist. Know exactly what W. Va. R. Civ. P. 16 requires before your filing deadline.
- Exhibit exchange deadlines in West Virginia are set per scheduling order.
- Exhibit practice in West Virginia centers on the West Virginia Circuit Courts.
- West Virginia's file-size limit for e-filed exhibits is 25 MB.
- Kanawha County (Charleston): State capital and largest jurisdiction in West Virginia.
- Cabell County (Huntington): Second largest city jurisdiction with Marshall University.
- West Virginia's exhibit procedure is governed by W. Va. R. Civ. P. 16.
- A common West Virginia exhibit-filing mistake: missing scheduling order deadlines for exhibit exchange.
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Every year, West Virginia courts reject exhibits for:
- Wrong marking convention
- Missing electronic bookmarks
- Non-compliant file formats
This guide prevents those mistakes.
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Note: This guide provides general information, not legal advice. Court rules change, and local variations exist. Always verify current requirements with the specific court where you are filing.
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About West Virginia Exhibit Requirements
West Virginia operates 55 counties in 31 judicial circuits with e-filing through CourtPLUS. Kanawha County (Charleston) handles the largest caseload.
Court rules and e-filing requirements change frequently. Verify current requirements with your local court clerk or official court website before filing. This content is for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice.
What's in the Guide
- Complete West Virginia exhibit marking requirements
- CourtPLUS e-filing procedures and technical requirements
- County-specific rules for Kanawha County (Charleston) Circuit Court
- Statewide e-filing system guide (CourtPLUS)
- Circuit court exhibit requirements across 55 counties in 31 judicial circuits
- File size limits and PDF formatting rules (25 MB per document)
- Exchange deadlines per scheduling order
- W. Va. R. Civ. P. 16 citations and pre-trial order requirements
County-Specific Rules Covered
Kanawha County (Charleston)
- • State capital and largest jurisdiction in West Virginia
- • Business Court Program for complex commercial disputes
Cabell County (Huntington)
- • Second largest city jurisdiction with Marshall University
- • Medical malpractice cases from regional hospital system
Monongalia County (Morgantown)
- • West Virginia University location with academic research cases
- • Energy sector and natural gas extraction litigation
Pro Tips Included
- •Register for CourtPLUS before your first case — activation required
- •Request assignment to Business Court for complex commercial disputes
- •Follow scheduling order deadlines strictly — extensions require good cause
- •Kanawha County has stricter enforcement than rural circuits
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- 1.Missing scheduling order deadlines for exhibit exchange
- 2.Not requesting Business Court assignment when case qualifies
- 3.Exceeding 25 MB file size limit causing e-filing rejection
- 4.Failing to check local circuit court rules for your jurisdiction
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West Virginia Exhibit FAQs
How do I e-file exhibits in West Virginia courts?
West Virginia uses CourtPLUS for all 55 counties across 31 judicial circuits. You must register for e-filing access at efile.courtswva.com before submitting documents. Exhibits must be in PDF format with a 25 MB file size limit per document. CourtPLUS is standardized across all West Virginia circuit courts.
What are West Virginia's exhibit exchange deadlines?
West Virginia exhibit exchange deadlines are set by the court's scheduling order or pre-trial order per W. Va. R. Civ. P. 16 (West Virginia Rules of Civil Procedure Rule 16), not by a statewide fixed deadline. The pre-trial order will specify when exhibit lists must be filed and when exhibits must be exchanged. Each of West Virginia's 31 judicial circuits may have local variations in scheduling practices.
What exhibit marking system does West Virginia require?
West Virginia courts use the P/D prefix system: plaintiffs mark exhibits as P-1, P-2, P-3, while defendants use D-1, D-2, D-3 per W. Va. R. Civ. P. 16. This system is standard across all 31 West Virginia judicial circuits and 55 counties. Exhibits should be marked before the exchange deadline specified in your pre-trial order.
Are there special considerations for Kanawha County cases?
Yes. Kanawha County (Charleston) is West Virginia's capital and largest circuit court, handling the highest caseload in the state including state government litigation. Kanawha County Circuit Court has more complex case management procedures than rural counties and stricter enforcement of pre-trial order deadlines. Check Kanawha County local rules in addition to statewide W. Va. R. Civ. P. requirements.
Does West Virginia's coal industry affect exhibit procedures?
Yes. West Virginia handles significant coal mining and natural resource litigation across multiple counties. Mining cases often involve specialized exhibits such as mineral rights deeds, environmental permits, and geological surveys requiring expert foundation testimony. While exhibit marking follows standard W. Va. R. Civ. P. 16 rules, the technical nature of mining evidence requires careful preparation and authentication.
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