W. Va. Code § 53-1-1

Current through 2024 Regular Session legislation approved by the Governor on March 22, 2024

Section 53-1-1 - When writ of prohibition lies as matter of right

The writ of prohibition shall lie as a matter of right in all cases of usurpation and abuse of power, when the inferior court has not jurisdiction of the subject matter in controversy, or, having such jurisdiction, exceeds its legitimate powers.