West Virginia AI Virtual Staging Compliance
No AI statute; Bright MLS + Charleston MLS rules + WV Consumer Credit and Protection Act apply
West Virginia has no AI-specific real estate statute. Bright MLS (eastern panhandle) and Charleston MLS require disclosure of digitally altered listing photos. The WV Consumer Credit and Protection Act (W. Va. Code §46A-6) provides a private right of action with attorney-fee shifting.
Last updated 2026-05-20
Key facts for West Virginia realtors
- ●Bright MLS (eastern WV panhandle) requires "Virtually Staged" caption + remarks disclosure.
- ●Charleston MLS — central WV — aligned disclosure framework.
- ●WV Real Estate Commission applies advertising rules to all listing content.
- ●WV Consumer Credit and Protection Act allows private action with attorney-fee shifting.
MLS boards in West Virginia
Bright MLS
Caption + remarks disclosureEastern WV panhandle. Required disclosure in caption + remarks.
Charleston MLS
Aligned disclosureCentral WV. Same disclosure framework.
Stay West Virginia-compliant automatically
SofaBrain burns the required disclosure into every render, packages the original unaltered image, and emits state-specific compliance metadata — configured for the West Virginia regulatory regime.
Try SofaBrain — FreeDisclaimer. This page summarises West Virginia laws, MLS rules, ethics guidance, and insurance practices as of 2026-05-20. It is not legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship. For specific compliance questions, consult an attorney licensed in West Virginia or your E&O carrier.