West Virginia Code 49-1-208 – Definitions related, but not limited, to state and local agencies
When used in this chapter, terms defined in this section have the meanings ascribed to them that relate to, but are not limited to, state and local agencies, except in those instances where a different meaning is provided or the context in which the word is used clearly indicates that a different meaning is intended.
Terms Used In West Virginia Code 49-1-208
- Juvenile: means any person under eighteen years of age or is a transitioning adult. See West Virginia Code 49-1-202
- Law-enforcement officer: means a law-enforcement officer of the State Police, a municipality or county sheriff'. See West Virginia Code 49-1-208
- Secretary: means the Secretary of the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources. See West Virginia Code 49-1-208
- State: when applied to a part of the United States and not restricted by the context, includes the District of Columbia and the several territories, and the words "United States" also include the said district and territories. See West Virginia Code 2-2-10
“Department” or “state department” means the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources.
“Division of Juvenile Services” means the division within the West Virginia Department of Military Affairs and Public Safety.
“Law-enforcement officer” means a law-enforcement officer of the State Police, a municipality or county sheriff's department.
“Secretary” means the Secretary of the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources.