§62-12-7. Preliminary investigation; report on prospective probationers.
When directed by the court, the probation officer shall make a careful investigation of, and a written report with recommendations concerning, any prospective probationer. Insofar as practicable this report shall include information concerning the offender's court and criminal record, occupation, family background, education, habits and associations, mental and physical condition, the names, relationship, ages and condition of those dependent upon him for support and such other facts as may aid the court in determining the propriety and conditions of his release on probation. No person convicted of a felony or of any offense described in article eight-b or eight-d, chapter sixty-one of this code against a minor child may be released on probation until this report shall have been presented to and considered by the court. The court may in its discretion request such a report concerning any person convicted of a misdemeanor. The presentence report of any person convicted of an offense, described in said articles or section twelve, article eight of said chapter, may include a statement from a therapist, psychologist or physician who is providing treatment to the child. A copy of all reports shall be filed with the board of probation and parole.

Note: WV Code updated with legislation passed through the 2012 1st Special Session