West Virginia Code Chapter 22 Article 15A prohibits illegal dumping and littering of bulk items statewide, requiring large or hazardous waste be disposed at permitted facilities, with uniform enforcement and substantial penalties applied across all counties.
West Virginia Code Section 22-15A-4 prohibits open dumping of waste, including bulk items such as appliances, furniture, mattresses, and construction debris, anywhere except permitted disposal facilities. The Litter Control Program funds enforcement statewide. Code Section 17C-14-15 prohibits dropping waste from vehicles. Bulk disposal must occur at landfills, transfer stations, or designated collection events. The Department of Environmental Protection coordinates statewide cleanup programs and licensure requirements that apply uniformly regardless of local jurisdiction.
Illegal bulk dumping is a misdemeanor under W. Va. Code 22-15A-4, with penalties from $1,000 to $25,000 per offense plus cleanup costs, vehicle forfeiture, and possible imprisonment up to one year for repeat violations.
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