West Virginia § 38-11-9 - 38-11-9. Workman's or materialman's lien on vessel.
Full text of West Virginia West Virginia Code § 38-11-9 — 38-11-9. Workman's or materialman's lien on vessel., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38-11-9. 38-11-9. Workman's or materialman's lien on vessel.
Any citizen of this state shall have a lien upon any domestic steamboat, steamer or vessel, propelled wholly or in part by steam, gas, fluid, naphtha, or electricity, which plies upon the navigable waters of this state, and which is registered in this state, for all work and labor done upon such vessel, and for all materials, goods, wares and merchandise furnished such vessel by any such citizen.
Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About West Virginia § 38-11-9
What does West Virginia Code § 38-11-9 cover?
Section 38-11-9 ("38-11-9. Workman's or materialman's lien on vessel.") 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 § 38-11-9?
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Is this the official text of West Virginia law?
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