West Virginia § 38-16-405 - 38-16-405. Warning sign.
Full text of West Virginia West Virginia Code § 38-16-405 — 38-16-405. Warning sign., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38-16-405. 38-16-405. Warning sign.
A clerk of the county commission shall post a sign, in letters at least one inch in height, that is clearly visible to the general public in or near the clerk's office stating that it is a crime to intentionally or knowingly file a fraudulent court record or a fraudulent instrument with the clerk.
Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About West Virginia § 38-16-405
What does West Virginia Code § 38-16-405 cover?
Section 38-16-405 ("38-16-405. Warning sign.") 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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