W. Va. Code § 14-2-17a

Current through 2024 First Special Session

Section 14-2-17a - Shortened procedure for road condition claims

Notwithstanding the regular and shortened procedures provided for in §14-2-16 and §14-2-17 of this code, there shall be a shortened procedure for road condition claims. The shortened procedure authorized by this section shall apply only to a claim possessing all of the following characteristics:

(1) The claim does not arise under an appropriation for the current fiscal year.

(2) The claim alleges that a condition on the state's highways or roads caused property damage.

(3) The Division of Highways concurs in the claim.

(4) The amount claimed does not exceed $3,000.

The Division of Highways shall prepare a stipulation concerning the claim and file it with the clerk. The commission shall order the claim approved and shall file its statement with the clerk.

W. Va. Code § 14-2-17a

Amended by 2018 Acts, ch. 38 (SB 539), eff. 6/3/2018.

Added by 2017 Acts, ch. 29 (HB 2447), eff. 7/7/2017.