WV Supreme Court considering child abuse case that involves mother’s use of Bible verses

By: Amelia Ferrell Knisely

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: April 7, 2026

Words: 936

Last Updated: 3 months, 3 weeks ago

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The West Virginia Supreme Court is considering a mother’s appeal to regain physical and legal custody of her children, which includes allegations of her using Bible verses to abuse the children.

The Berkeley County mother, whose name and initials have been omitted to protect children in the case, still has the right to petition for custody after believing the circuit court made an error in its decision.

There is potential for the case to …

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