West Virginia § 55-4-23 - 55-4-23. Claim for improvements.
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§ 55-4-23. 55-4-23. Claim for improvements.
If the defendant intends to claim allowance for improvements made upon the premises by himself or those under whom he claims, he shall file with his plea, or at a subsequent time before the trial (if for good cause allowed by the court), a statement of his claim therefor, in case judgment be rendered for the plaintiff.
Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About West Virginia § 55-4-23
What does West Virginia Code § 55-4-23 cover?
Section 55-4-23 ("55-4-23. Claim for improvements.") is part of the West Virginia Code, the codified statutory law of West Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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