West Virginia § 15-2-6 - 15-2-6. Authority to make rules for grievance procedure.

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§ 15-2-6. 15-2-6. Authority to make rules for grievance procedure.

The superintendent shall have continuing authority to propose legislative rules for promulgation in accordance with the provisions of article three, chapter twenty-nine-a of this code, relating to a grievance procedure for sworn members of the State Police. At a minimum, the rule shall provide a process for filing and resolving grievances at the lowest possible level in a timely manner, providing for representation, taking evidence at each level, establishing a hearing procedure, providing for appellate review, allocating costs and authorizing attorney fees to a grievant who prevails on appeal.

Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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What does West Virginia Code § 15-2-6 cover?

Section 15-2-6 ("15-2-6. Authority to make rules for grievance procedure.") 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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