W.V. R. Admis. Prac. Law. 5.0
As amended through January 31, 2024
No person shall be admitted to the practice of law in the State of West Virginia, either by examination or on motion without examination, unless such person demonstrates to the Board, either directly or through the applicable District Character Committee, that he or she is possessed of good moral character, is mentally and emotionally stable, and is in good standing in every state in which he or she has been admitted to practice and maintains an active status: Provided, that this rule shall not apply to an attorney admitted under Rule 8.0.
W.V. R. Admis. Prac. Law. 5.0