West Virginia § 53-8-14 - 53-8-14. Service by law enforcement.
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§ 53-8-14. 53-8-14. Service by law enforcement.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this code to the contrary, all law-enforcement officers are hereby authorized and required to serve all pleadings and orders filed or entered pursuant to this article on Sundays and legal holidays. No law-enforcement officer may refuse to serve any pleadings or orders entered pursuant to this article. Law enforcement shall attempt to serve all orders without delay: Provided, That service of process shall be attempted within seventy-two hours of law enforcement's receipt of the order. If service is not made, law enforcement shall continue to attempt service on the respondent until proper service is made.
Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About West Virginia § 53-8-14
What does West Virginia Code § 53-8-14 cover?
Section 53-8-14 ("53-8-14. Service by law enforcement.") 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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