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§20-7-3. Powers and duties of other law officers.

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WV Code › Chapter 20 › Article 7 › Section 3

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The sheriffs and constables of the several counties of the state, police officers of any city and members of the State Police are vested, within their respective jurisdictions, with all of the powers and authority of natural resources police officers without requirement of any additional oath or bond. Immediately upon making any arrest or executing any process under provisions of this chapter, each officer shall report thereon to the director.

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