W. Va. Code § 20-2-5D
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§20-2-5d. Use of chemicals, biological compounds or devices on free roaming wildlife populations for fertility control.
Official statutory text
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this code and except as specifically authorized by the director in consultation with the wildlife resources section of the division, it is unlawful for anyone to administer any chemical, biological compound or device to free roaming or noncaptive wildlife for the purpose of fertility control. The director shall promulgate legislative rules in accordance with the provisions of article three, chapter twenty-nine-a of this code whereby the director may issue such authorization.
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