The powers and jurisdiction of the court, under the provisions of this chapter, may be exercised by the judge in vacation.
W. Va. Code § 49-4-101
Exercise of powers and jurisdiction by judge in vacation
Known as the West Virginia Child Welfare Act
The act spans §§ 49–49 (270 sections).
Applied in 1 court decision — leading case 241 W. Va. 546 - In re K.L. and R.L. (2019)
Most recently applied in 241 W. Va. 546 - In re K.L. and R.L. (April 2019)
Official source: West Virginia Legislature. Reproduced from public-domain West Virginia statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.