HB4881

Relating to obtaining title to abandoned or junked motor vehicles abandoned on the property or place of business of an automobile dealer

Complete·3/14/26

West Virginia HB4881 allows dealers, auctions, repair facilities, and towing companies to obtain titles for abandoned or junked vehicles on their.

West Virginia HB4881 modifies the process for obtaining titles to abandoned or junked motor vehicles found on the property of an automobile dealer, licensed automobile auction, motor vehicle repair facility, or towing company. The bill removes the previous requirement that the loan value of the vehicle must be less than $9,500. It mandates that enforcement agencies notify the registered owner and any lienholders of the vehicle's custody and possession.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

34 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 4

12:00 AM

Senate Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Meeting

Feb 10

9:00 AM

Standing Committee on the Judiciary Meeting

History

Mar 17

House

Approved by Governor 3/17/2026

Mar 14

Senate

Approved by Governor 3/17/2026 - Senate Journal

Mar 14

House

Approved by Governor 3/17/2026 - House Journal