WEST VIRGINIA AUTO INSURANCE GUIDE
Required Auto Insurance, Mandatory UM & 25/50/25 Limits in West Virginia
West Virginia requires motor-vehicle liability coverage and uninsured-motorist protection at statutory minimum levels. This guide will address the 25/50/25 liability framework, mandatory UM coverage, proof-of-insurance requirements, and the practical effect of minimum limits after a serious crash.
Publication review note — September 17, 2026. Verify current Chapter 17D and Chapter 33 requirements, effective dates, exceptions, and policy language before publication.