Husband and wife are competent witnesses in any proceeding under this article and cannot refuse to testify on the grounds of their marital relationship or the privileged nature of their communications.
W. Va. Code § 61-8D-8
Testimony of husband and wife
Known as the Emmaleigh’s Law
The act spans §§ 61-8D-1 to 61-8D-9 (15 sections).
Official source: West Virginia Legislature. Reproduced from public-domain West Virginia statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.