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Home » US Law » 2022 West Virginia Code » Chapter 49. Child Welfare » Article 1. General Provisions and Definitions » §49-1-202. Definitions Related, but Not Limited, to Adult, Child, Developmental Disability, and Transitioning Adult Status

When used in this chapter, terms defined in this section have the meanings ascribed to them that relate to, but are not limited to, adult, child, developmental disability, and transitioning adult status, 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.

"Adult" means a person who is at least eighteen years of age.

“Child” or “Juvenile” means any person under eighteen years of age or is a transitioning adult. Once a child or juvenile is transferred to a court with criminal jurisdiction pursuant to section seven hundred ten, article four of this chapter, he or she shall remain a child or juvenile for the purposes of the applicability of this chapter. Unless otherwise stated, for the purpose of child care services “child” means an individual who meets one of the following conditions:

(A) Is under thirteen years of age;