Historic and prehistoric landmarks, sites and districts, identified by the historic preservation section, on lands owned or leased by the state, or on private lands where investigation and development rights have been acquired by the state by lease or contract, shall not be disturbed, or destroyed except as permitted under sections eight and eight-a of this article.
Any person violating the provisions of this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and, upon conviction thereof, shall be fined not more than $500, or imprisoned in the county jail not more than six months, or both fined and imprisoned.
Structure West Virginia Code
Chapter 29. Miscellaneous Boards and Officers
Article 1. Division of Culture and History
§29-1-1a. Transfer of Powers and Duties; Existing Contracts and Obligations
§29-1-2. General Powers of Curator
§29-1-3. Commission on the Arts
§29-1-4. Arts Section; Director
§29-1-5. Archives and History Commission
§29-1-6. Archives and History Section; Director
§29-1-7. Museums Section; Director
§29-1-8. Historic Preservation Section; Director
§29-1-8b. Protection of Historic and Prehistoric Sites; Penalties
§29-1-8c. State Library Section
§29-1-8d. National Coal Heritage Area Commission
§29-1-9. Administrative Section; Director
§29-1-10. Division Employees Classified by Civil Service; Exceptions
§29-1-12. Publication of Materials; Agreements