Constitution · West Virginia

W. Va. Const. art. II, § 2

Constitution
Constitution of West Virginia
Text as of
October 2026

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Powers of government in citizens. The powers of government reside in all the citizens of the state, and can be rightfully exercised only in accordance with their will and appointment.

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