U.S. District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia is a federal trial court that handles cases involving federal laws, disputes between states or citizens from different states, and other federal matters within northern West Virginia. It is part of the federal judicial system and has jurisdiction over counties in that region. The court hears cases such as federal criminal prosecutions, civil rights issues, and federal regulatory disputes. It also reviews appeals from smaller federal courts in the area. The court is led by federal judges appointed for life by the President and works to ensure justice according to federal law.