WEST VIRGINIA CODE
WVC 29 - 1 - 8 B
§29-1-8b. Protection of historic and prehistoric sites; penalties.
Historic and prehistoric landmarks, sites and districts,
identified by the historic preservation section, on lands owned
or leased by the state, or on private lands where investigation
and development rights have been acquired by the state by lease
or contract, shall not be disturbed, or destroyed except as
permitted under sections eight and eight-a of this article.
Any person violating the provisions of this section shall be
guilty of a misdemeanor, and, upon conviction thereof, shall be
fined not more than five hundred dollars, or imprisoned in the
county jail not more than six months, or both fined and
imprisoned.
Note: WV Code updated with legislation passed through the 2012 1st Special Session
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