West Virginia — Probate Bond (Conservator/Guardian Of An Incompetent)
Asked to provide a West Virginia bond as conservator or guardian for a protected adult? Use the appointment and court-directed amount to start the RLI application.
Also known as West Virginia Probate Bonds
Continue to our secure checkout partner, RLI (opens in a new tab).
- Recorded state
- West Virginia
- Category
- Court, probate & fiduciary
What this bond does
The bond secures duties under the adult's conservator or guardian appointment. West Virginia law treats guardian and conservator bonding differently, so use the role named in the actual order.
- Who needs it
- The appointed or proposed conservator or guardian required to provide security in the protected adult's proceeding. This is separate from an executor administering a deceased person's estate.
- Who it protects
- Section 44A-1-9 provides for bond actions for the benefit of the protected person, their estate or its beneficiaries when a bond condition is breached. The bond's actual conditions define the obligation.
Your bond option
This is the option on record for this bond.
- Bond optionPurchase Now (opens in a new tab)Continue to our secure checkout partner, RLI (opens in a new tab).
The bond amount describes the limit of the bond obligation, not the price. A listed amount does not establish what the requesting party requires. The premium is what you pay and must be confirmed for the actual option. An E&O limit, where listed, is separate errors and omissions insurance.
Sources
- West Virginia Code §44A-1-9: guardian and conservator bonds (opens in a new tab)Checked October 22, 2026
Have these ready
- Have the protected adult's name, court and case number available.
- Gather the appointment and bond order so you can enter the correct legal applicant and capacity.
- Keep the required sum and form ready; available information about controlled assets and income may help with the application.
- After issuance, arrange execution and submission of proof as directed by the court. Starting the application does not satisfy that submission.
Questions about this bond
Does every guardian have the same bond requirement?
No. Section 44A-1-9 distinguishes guardian discretion from conservator bonding and includes exceptions. Follow the order in the protected adult's case.
Is this the West Virginia executor bond?
No. This offering identifies a conservator or guardian of a living adult. Deceased-estate administration has a separate offering.
Does the bond amount stay fixed throughout the appointment?
The statute permits the court to order additional bond or reduce it. Use the current direction rather than assuming the original amount always remains sufficient.
Where do I start?
Select Purchase Now to open RLI in a new tab through The Southern Agency. Application review, issuance and court submission are separate; check the issued document and follow the order's timing and filing directions.