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Home » US Law » 2022 West Virginia Code » Chapter 49. Child Welfare » Article 1. General Provisions and Definitions » §49-1-201. Definitions Related, but Not Limited, to Child Abuse and Neglect

When used in this chapter, terms defined in this section have the meanings ascribed to them that relate to, but are not limited to, child abuse and neglect, except in those instances where a different meaning is provided or the context in which the word is used clearly indicates that a different meaning is intended.

“Abandonment” means any conduct that demonstrates the settled purpose to forego the duties and parental responsibilities to the child;

“Abused child” means:

(1) A child whose health or welfare is being harmed or threatened by: