West Virginia § 39-3-16 - 39-3-16. Taking testimony as to lost records -- Admissibility of depositions or copies.
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§ 39-3-16. 39-3-16. Taking testimony as to lost records -- Admissibility of depositions or copies.
The depositions taken as aforesaid shall be admissible in all suits or controversies in relation to the title or boundaries of lands in such county, whenever such depositions are relevant and no higher or better evidence can be had; and copies of such depositions, when duly certified by the clerk of the county court of such county, shall be admissible in any court the same as the original.
Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does West Virginia Code § 39-3-16 cover?
Section 39-3-16 ("39-3-16. Taking testimony as to lost records -- Admissibility of depositions or copies.") 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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