West Virginia Statutes

§ 15-1D-14 — When martial law may be declared

West Virginia·Ch. 15 PUBLIC SAFETY·Art. 1D ACTIVE STATE SERVICE
In the event of invasion, insurrection, rebellion or riot, flood or other public disaster or emergency, the Governor, in his discretion, may by proclamation containing such powers as would meet the exigencies of the situation, declare a state of martial law or rule in the towns, cities, districts or counties where such disturbances or emergencies exist.

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Legislative History

1961 Reg. Sess., HB409

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