Rule 21 - Stay of execution(a) The timely filing or granting of an appeal automatically stays the sentence of the magistrate.(b) Upon request by the defendant, the execution of a criminal judgment shall be stayed to allow for the filing of a motion for a new trial or a petition for modification of sentence. Upon timely filing of such motion or petition, the execution of a criminal judgment shall be stayed until the same has been decided. In addition to granting the request of the defendant, the magistrate shall require the defendant to post or continue a sufficient bond to assure any required further appearance.W. Va. R. Crim. Pro. Magist. Ct. 21
Adopted Effective 7/1/1988.