West Virginia § 19-12-18 - 19-12-18. Confidentiality of trade secrets.
Full text of West Virginia West Virginia Code § 19-12-18 — 19-12-18. Confidentiality of trade secrets., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19-12-18. 19-12-18. Confidentiality of trade secrets.
The commissioner may not make public information which contains or relates to trade secrets, commercial or financial information obtained from a person which is privileged or confidential information: Provided, That when the information is necessary to carry out the provisions of this article, this information may be revealed, subject to a protective order, to any federal, state or local agency consultant; or may be revealed, subject to a protective order, at a closed hearing or in findings of fact issued by the commissioner.
Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About West Virginia § 19-12-18
What does West Virginia Code § 19-12-18 cover?
Section 19-12-18 ("19-12-18. Confidentiality of trade secrets.") 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.
How do I cite West Virginia § 19-12-18?
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Is this the official text of West Virginia law?
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How does West Virginia § 19-12-18 apply to my situation?
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