West Virginia § 56-3-25 - 56-3-25. Failure to appear in response to publication; trial or hearing.
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§ 56-3-25. 56-3-25. Failure to appear in response to publication; trial or hearing.
When such order shall have been so published, if the defendants against whom it is entered, or the known parties, shall not appear within the time specified in such order, the case may be tried or heard as to them at the next term of the court commencing not less than one month after the date of the first publication. Upon any trial or hearing under this section, such judgment, decree or order shall be entered as may appear just.
Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About West Virginia § 56-3-25
What does West Virginia Code § 56-3-25 cover?
Section 56-3-25 ("56-3-25. Failure to appear in response to publication; trial or hearing.") 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 § 56-3-25?
A common citation format is "West Virginia Code § 56-3-25" (West Virginia). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of West Virginia law?
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How does West Virginia § 56-3-25 apply to my situation?
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