West Virginia § 56-6-40 - 56-6-40. Contempt proceedings in vacation.
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§ 56-6-40. 56-6-40. Contempt proceedings in vacation.
The judge of every circuit court or other court of record having jurisdiction to try or hear actions at law or suits in equity shall have the same power in vacation that he has in term to punish disobedience of and enforce obedience to any decree or order made in his court and for such purpose may issue all necessary process. The orders and proceedings in such case shall be certified and entered of record as provided in the preceding section and shall be as valid as if made or had and entered in term.
Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About West Virginia § 56-6-40
What does West Virginia Code § 56-6-40 cover?
Section 56-6-40 ("56-6-40. Contempt proceedings in vacation.") 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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