West Virginia Child Labor in Entertainment & Performing Arts

Child labor laws on West Virginia and Federal levels have special provisions that apply to underage performers in the entertainment industry such as child actors, models, singers, etc. Due to the nature of the work and the established need for child performers, entertainment industry child labor laws tend to be less strict than general child labor regulations.

Regulation of child labor in the entertainment industry may include specification of whether or not employment certificates are required, mandatory consent from a parent or guardian, restricions on the type of work that can be done, and more.

West Virginia's Child Labor Laws for Entertainment & Performing Arts

Under West Virginia law, a work permit is not required for minors to be employed in the entertainment industry.

Minors of any age may be legally employed in acting or performing in motion pictures, theatrical, radio or television productions, without a permit or certificate .

Other West Virginia Child Labor Laws

In addition to laws specifically regulating minors employed in the entertainment industry, West Virginia law has a variety of regulations that cover child labor in general. To learn more, see West Virginia child labor laws.

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