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West Virginia · Through as of 2026-10-13; contains at least the enactments of the 2026 Regular Session (newest effective date 2027-07-01)

W. Va. Code § 49-4-904: Enticing child from custody; penalties.

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  1. CHAPTER 49. CHILD WELFARE.
  2. ARTICLE 4. COURT ACTIONS.
  3. Part III. Emergency Custody of Children Prior To Petition

A person who personally or by agent entices or forcibly removes a child from a custody in which the child was placed under this chapter is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction shall be fined not more than $100, or confined in jail not more than six months, or fined and confined.

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