# W. Va. Code § 15A-3-7: Compensation of employees; traveling and other expenses

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15A_A3_S7

## Section

- **Citation:** W. Va. Code § 15A-3-7
- **Heading:** Compensation of employees; traveling and other expenses
- **Jurisdiction:** West Virginia
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** WV Code / Chapter 15A / Article 3 / Section 7

## Text

The commissioner shall, in accordance with the provisions of §29-6-1 et seq. of this code, approve the salaries of all employees of the division. Salaries shall be commensurate with their duties and responsibilities, but no meals or other emoluments of any kind shall be furnished, given, or paid to the employee as all or part of their salary. The employees may be provided meals, household facilities, and supplies as may be necessary for them to perform their duties, if the employees agree to pay the reasonable cost as established by the commissioner. In the event of an emergency, such as a riot or other disturbance, the commissioner may authorize meals to be provided to employees at no cost. Additionally, the commissioner may establish a procedure to reimburse employees reasonable costs in the event the employee’s personal property is stolen or damaged by an inmate or resident. All persons employed under this article are entitled to be reimbursed for necessary traveling and other expenses.

## Nearby sections

- [W. Va. Code § 15A-3-1 §15A-3-1. Purpose and legislative intent.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15A_A3_S1.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15A-3-2 §15A-3-2. Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation established.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15A_A3_S2.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15A-3-3 §15A-3-3. Commissioner of division; qualifications, oath and bond.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15A_A3_S3.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15A-3-4 §15A-3-4. Powers and duties of commissioner generally.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15A_A3_S4.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15A-3-4A §15A-3-4a. Powers and duties of commissioner generally regarding Stevens Correctional Center.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15A_A3_S4A.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15A-3-5 §15A-3-5. Officers and employees of corrections institutions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15A_A3_S5.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15A-3-6 §15A-3-6. Hiring of correctional officer without regard to position on the register.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15A_A3_S6.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15A-3-7 §15A-3-7. Compensation of employees; traveling and other expenses.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15A_A3_S7.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15A-3-8 §15A-3-8. Reports by commissioner and chief officers of institutions to Auditor.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15A_A3_S8.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15A-3-9 §15A-3-9. Special compensation of officers and employees prohibited; penalty.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15A_A3_S9.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15A-3-10 §15A-3-10. Law-enforcement powers of employees; authority to carry firearms.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15A_A3_S10.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15A-3-11 §15A-3-11. Unauthorized use of uniform, badge, identification card, or other insignia; impersonation of member; and penalty.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15A_A3_S11.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15A-3-12 §15A-3-12. Institutions managed by commissioner.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15A_A3_S12.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15A-3-13 §15A-3-13. Title to property of state institutions; custody of deeds and other muniments of title; authority of Commissioner.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15A_A3_S13.md)

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