W. Va. R. Crim. Pro. Magist. Ct. 6

As amended through January 31, 2024
Rule 6 - Amendment of complaint, warrant, and summons; harmless error
(a)Amendment. - Upon motion, the magistrate shall permit the complaint, warrant, summons or any other document to be amended at any time before verdict if no additional or different offense is charged and if substantial rights of the defendant are not prejudiced.
(b)Harmless Error. - Error in the citation of the statute or rule or regulation which the defendant is alleged to have violated, or the omission of the citation shall not be ground for dismissal or for reversal of a conviction if the error or omission did not mislead the defendant to his or her prejudice.

W. Va. R. Crim. Pro. Magist. Ct. 6

Adopted Effective 7/1/1988.