West Virginia § 3-9-8 - 3-9-8. Distinguishing marks on ballots; conspiracies; penalties.
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§ 3-9-8. 3-9-8. Distinguishing marks on ballots; conspiracies; penalties.
If any person shall induce, or attempt to induce, any voter to write, paste or otherwise place on his ballot the name of any person, or any sign or device of any kind, as a distinguishing mark by which to indicate to any other person how such voter voted, or shall enter into or attempt to form any agreement or conspiracy with any other person to induce or attempt to induce a voter to so place a distinguishing name or mark on his ballot, whether or not such act be committed or attempted to be committed, such person so offending shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction thereof, shall be fined not more than $1,000, or be imprisoned in the county jail for not more than one year, or both, in the discretion of the court.
Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About West Virginia § 3-9-8
What does West Virginia Code § 3-9-8 cover?
Section 3-9-8 ("3-9-8. Distinguishing marks on ballots; conspiracies; penalties.") 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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