W. Va. Code § 15-2-42
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§15-2-42. Drunk driving enforcement program established; purpose.
Official statutory text
The superintendent of the department shall establish and maintain a drunk driving enforcement program for the purpose of enforcing drunk driving laws in the state, especially the investigation and apprehension of persons driving illegally on previously revoked or suspended operators' licenses for drunk driving related offenses. The superintendent shall develop a program in cooperation with local law-enforcement agencies to accomplish this purpose.
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