West Virginia § 25-4-3 - 25-4-3. Authority of commissioner of corrections.
Full text of West Virginia West Virginia Code § 25-4-3 — 25-4-3. Authority of commissioner of corrections., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 25-4-3. 25-4-3. Authority of commissioner of corrections.
The West Virginia commissioner of corrections has the authority to acquire land and other property by purchase, grant, gift or otherwise in connection with the establishment of centers and to construct buildings, fences and other facilities, and to acquire personal property necessary for the maintenance and operation of the centers; to direct all needed improvements and repairs necessary for the proper upkeep of the centers, and to provide for the necessary food, medical treatment and safekeeping of persons confined in the centers; and to employ personnel to operate the centers and to provide the necessary work and other programs for the offenders assigned to the centers.
Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About West Virginia § 25-4-3
What does West Virginia Code § 25-4-3 cover?
Section 25-4-3 ("25-4-3. Authority of commissioner of corrections.") 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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