The complaint is a written statement of the essential facts constituting the offense charged. It shall be made upon oath before a justice of the peace.
Structure West Virginia Code
Chapter 62. Criminal Procedure
Article 1. Preliminary Procedure
§62-1-4. Same -- Execution; Arrest by Officer Without Warrant in Possession; Duplicate Warrants
§62-1-5a. Citation in Lieu of Arrest; Failure to Appear
§62-1-7. Offense Arising in Other County
§62-1-8. Preliminary Examination