# W. Va. Code § 15-2-8: Chaplains

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A2_S8

## Section

- **Citation:** W. Va. Code § 15-2-8
- **Heading:** Chaplains
- **Jurisdiction:** West Virginia
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** WV Code / Chapter 15 / Article 2 / Section 8

## Text

The superintendent may also appoint for each company not more than two chaplains, residing within the State of West Virginia, who shall serve without pay, and who may not be required to perform any duties of members of the department, nor shall any bond be required. The superintendent is authorized to furnish each such chaplain one official uniform, with proper chaplain insignia, to be worn at any ceremonial occasion conducted officially by the department where the presence of a member of the clergy is customary. Such chaplains may be reimbursed by the superintendent for all reasonable and necessary expenses actually incurred in attending such ceremonies.

## Nearby sections

- [W. Va. Code § 15-2-1 §15-2-1. Short title.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A2_S1.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-2-2 §15-2-2. Superintendent; departmental headquarters; continuation of the State Police.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A2_S2.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-2-3 §15-2-3. State Police structure; how established; training; special revenue account.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A2_S3.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-2-4 §15-2-4. Appointment of commissioned officers, noncommissioned officers, other members; temporary and permanent positions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A2_S4.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-2-5 §15-2-5. Career progression system state; salaries; exclusion from wage and hour laws, with supplemental payment; bond; leave time for members called to duty in guard or reserves.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A2_S5.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-2-6 §15-2-6. Authority to make rules for grievance procedure.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A2_S6.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-2-7 §15-2-7. Cadet selection board; qualifications for and appointment to membership in State Police; civilian employees; forensic laboratory employees; salaries.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A2_S7.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-2-8 §15-2-8. Chaplains.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A2_S8.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-2-9 §15-2-9. State Police Voluntary Contribution Fund.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A2_S9.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-2-10 §15-2-10. Uniforms; authorized equipment, weapons and supplies; local headquarters; quarters for members; life insurance; medical and hospital fees for injuries and illnesses of members incurred in line of duty.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A2_S10.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-2-10A §15-2-10a. Duty to return assigned items; superintendent's right of setoff.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A2_S10A.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-2-11 §15-2-11. Territorial jurisdiction.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A2_S11.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-2-12 §15-2-12. Mission of the State Police; powers of superintendent, officers and members; patrol of turnpike.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A2_S12.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 15-2-13 §15-2-13. Limitations upon members; exceptions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C15_A2_S13.md)

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