Whoever is guilty of treason against the state shall be punished by confinement in the penitentiary for life, or, at the discretion of the jury, or the discretion of the court when there is a plea of guilty, by confinement in the penitentiary for not less than three nor more than ten years.
Structure West Virginia Code
Chapter 61. Crimes and Their Punishment
Article 1. Crimes Against the Government
§61-1-1. Treason Defined; Degree of Proof
§61-1-3. Failure to Give Information of Treason; Penalty
§61-1-4. Attempt to Justify or Uphold Invasion or Insurrection; Penalty
§61-1-5. Unlawful Speeches, Publications and Communications
§61-1-7. Penalty for Unlawful Speeches, Publications and Communications
§61-1-8. Desecration of Flag; Penalty
§61-1-9. Impersonation of Law-Enforcement Officer or Official; Penalty