Southern District of West Virginia

Government Chris Schulz, Aug. 25, 2026

Gov. Morrisey Announces Pritt's Replacement In Legislature

William J. "Bill" Vest will serve out the remainder of David Elliott Pritt's term following Pritt's resignation last month after his arrest on allegations of enticing a minor.

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Government Chris Schulz, Aug. 19, 2026

Federal Grand Jury Indicts Former State Delegate On Charges Of Sexual Exploitation Of A Child

David Elliott Pritt is scheduled to appear in court for an initial appearance, arraignment and detention hearing on Monday, Aug. 24.

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Government Chris Schulz, Jul. 24, 2026

House Speaker Calls For Special Session To Replace Delegate Charged With Child Sex Abuse

The House of Delegates is moving to expel Del. David Elliott Pritt, R-Fayette, after his arrest Wednesday. Replacing him on the ballot for the November election could be complicated.

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Education Chris Schulz, Jul. 23, 2026

Education Leaders Take Action After Pritt Arrested, Charged For Enticing A Minor

State Superintendent Michele Blatt announced Thursday afternoon that she was suspending David Elliott Pritt’s teaching certification and that Fayette County Schools was suspending him without pay.

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Government Chris Schulz, Jul. 22, 2026

Fayette County Delegate Charged With Enticing A Minor

A criminal complaint filed in the Southern District of West Virginia Wednesday alleges that Del. David Elliott Pritt, R-Fayette, had sexual contact with a female student under the age of 18.

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Government Eric Douglas, May. 13, 2026

Longest Serving Federal Judge John Copenhaver Dies

The passing of Judge John T. Copenhaver, Jr., at 100 years of age was announced in a statement released by Chief United States District Judge Frank W. Volk.

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