W. Va. Code § 38-16-102

Current through 2024 First Special Session

Section 38-16-102 - Court of competent jurisdiction defined

"Court of competent jurisdiction" means a circuit court, magistrate court or administrative agency within this state or a court or administrative agency of another state, or a court or administrative agency of the federal government having jurisdiction and due legal authority to establish a charge against or an interest in real or personal property by ordering or authorizing the imposition of a lien against the property.