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West Virginia · Through as of 2026-08-03; contains at least the enactments of the 2026 Regular Session · Newer source version available

W. Va. Code § 61-1-4: Attempt to justify or uphold invasion or insurrection; penalty.

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  1. CHAPTER 61. CRIMES AND THEIR PUNISHMENT.
  2. ARTICLE 1. CRIMES AGAINST THE GOVERNMENT.

If any person shall attempt to justify or uphold an armed invasion of this state, or an organized insurrection therein, by speaking, writing, or printing, or by publishing or circulating any written or printed document, or in any other way whatever, during the continuance of such invasion or insurrection, he shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and, upon conviction, shall be fined not exceeding $1,000, and be confined in jail not exceeding twelve months.

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