Brooke County Court Records

Brooke County court records are official documents on legal proceedings, filings, and outcomes within the Brooke County Circuit, Family, and Magistrate Courts. These documents may be accessible for background checks, to validate legal status, or to monitor case progress. Brooke County court records encompass information such as:

• Case details
• Evidence/Exhibits
• Motions
• Filing dates
• Orders
• Pleadings
• Petitions/Complaints
• Judgments.

The Brooke County court records may include Brooke County arrest records if applicable to the legal proceedings.

Are Court Records Public in Brooke County?

Yes, court records are public in Brooke County. The West Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Rule 10 of the West Virginia Trial Court Rules permit interested persons to inspect and obtain copies of public records (including Brooke County court records) from their respective custodian agencies. However, these state laws also outline restrictions to some court records to protect privacy, safety, and legal integrity.

The public can not access Brooke County court records relating to minors, family-related cases, adoption, medical and mental health, expunged and sealed records, sensitive personal information, and ongoing law enforcement investigations. Only the parties involved, their attorneys, and authorized entities can request access to these confidential documents.

Brooke County Court Records Search

Brooke County public court records are accessible offline through the Circuit Clerk's Office during office hours at the Brooke County Judicial Center. Brooke County Circuit Court records are also available online through the WVPASS (West Virginia Public Access Search System), depending on the case type and the court involved. For Brooke County Magistrate Court cases, inquirers can log in to the WV Magistrate Records Search Portal using names and case numbers.

Brooke County Courts

The trial court system in Brooke County consists of the Circuit, Magistrate, and Family Courts. The Brooke County Circuit Court has general jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases. It handles cases beyond the authority of other courts. In Brooke County, the Municipal Court has limited jurisdiction over some civil and criminal cases, while the Family Court exclusively oversees family law cases. Interested persons can contact the Brooke County courts using the information below:

Brooke County Circuit Court
P.O. Box 474
620 Main Street
Wellsburg
WV 26070
Phone: (304) 737-3662
Fax: (304) 737-0352

Brooke County Judicial Center
620 Main Street
Wellsburg
WV 26070
Phone: (304) 737-1321
Fax: (304) 737-1509

Brooke County Judicial Center
620 Main Street, Third Floor
Wellsburg
WV 26070
Phone: (304) 737-3662
Fax: (304) 737-0352

Brooke County Criminal and Civil Records

Brooke County Circuit Court records are available online through the West Virginia Public Access Search System (WVPASS). Interested individuals can also log in to the WV Magistrate Record Search Portal to access Brooke County Magistrate Court cases, including misdemeanors, traffic citations, and small claims.

Alternatively, record seekers may access Brooke County criminal and civil records through public access terminals at the Brooke County courthouse. Requesters may also visit or mail the Brooke County Circuit or Magistrate Clerk's Offices with valid IDs, depending on the case files on request at the following addresses:

Brooke County Circuit Court Clerk's Office
Brooke County Judicial Center
620 Main Street,
P.O. Box 474
Wellsburg,
WV 26070
Phone: (304) 737-3662
Fax: (304) 737-0352
Office hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Brooke County Magistrate Court Clerk's Office
Brooke County Judicial Center
620 Main Street
Wellsburg, WV 26070
(304) 737-1321
Fax: (304) 737-1509

For criminal case records such as Brooke County arrest records, the public may contact the Brooke County Sheriff's Office.

Brooke County Marriage Records

Brooke County marriage records are public and accessible if they are more than 50 years old. Only spouses, immediate family members, and persons with court orders can access recent Brooke County marriage records (within the past 50 years). For Brooke County marriage licenses and certificates, contact the County Clerk's Office with proof of eligibility and copy fees at:

632 Main Street, Suite 201, Wellsburg,
WV 26070
Phone: (304) 737-3661
Fax: (304) 737-4023
Email: barbetta@clerk.state.wv.us
Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.

Record seekers may also obtain certified copies of Brooke County marriage records by mail, call, or in-person visit to the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (Vital Office) Certificate Requests Page. The cost of a certificate is $12.00 per certified copy.

Brooke County Divorce Records

In Brooke County, divorce records are confidential and sealed for 50 years, with only the final judgment or order publicly accessible. Access to these records is limited to the Parties to the divorce, their attorneys, legally authorized representatives, and persons with court orders. However, these records become publicly accessible without restrictions after 50 years.

Inquirers seeking access to Brooke County divorce records should visit or mail the Brooke County Circuit Clerk's Office with the appropriate divorce date, valid proof of identity and legal standing, and copy fees.

Brooke Birth Records

Per West Virginia Code §16-5-27, birth records are confidential for the first 100 years after birth. During this period, access is restricted to individuals named on the records (if 18 years old or an emancipated minor), immediate family members, legal representatives, and individuals with court orders. However, these records become public after 100 years.

Brooke County birth certificates are essential proof of identity for obtaining passports, driver's licenses, social security cards, and other legal documents. They are also important for claims involving inheritance, custody, or guardianship. The West Virginia Vital Registration Office accepts in-person, mail, phone, online, and fax requests. For in-person or mail requests, download and complete a Certificate Request Form, including a photocopy of government-issued photo identification and checks/money order ($12.00 per copy) to:

Vital Registration Office
350 Capitol Street, Room 165
Charleston,
WV 25301-3701.

Additionally, eligible individuals seeking access to Brooke County certified copies of birth certificates should contact the County Clerk's Office during office hours.

Brooke Death Records

Under WV Code § 16-5-27(d), the public can not access death records for less than 50 years. Within this timeframe, only the immediate family members of the deceased and authorized individuals can access these records. Death records are official proof of death. Such records are essential for life insurance claims, pensions, benefit transfers, and genealogical research. They also help prevent identity theft and false benefit claims.

Eligible individuals can access Brooke County death records through the West Virginia Vital Registration Office. Record seekers can also request certified copies of Brooke County death records through the Brooke County Clerk's Office.

For online historical records, the WV Vital Research Records Website offers access to scanned death records for genealogical purposes.

Brooke County Probate Court Records

Brooke County probate records are official documents that relate to the management and distribution of a deceased person's estate. The Brooke County Clerk's Office maintains case files on will contests, conservatorships, guardianship, trust administration, escheat, and intestate succession.

Inquirers seeking access to Brooke County probate records should call, visit in person, or send a written request to the Brooke County Clerk's Office. The request should include the full name of the deceased, the approximate date of death, a copy of a valid government-issued photo identification, and applicable fees. Alternatively, records may be accessible through the West Virginia Public Access Search System (WVPASS).

Brooke County Property Records

Brooke County property records are documents and information that provide details on real estate ownership and transactions within Brooke County, WV. These records generally include deeds, mortgages, liens and encumbrances, maps and plats, property taxes, building permits, and property sales histories. Record seekers can obtain information online with the following general steps:

• Log in to the WV Property Assessment Page for real estate and property tax information.
• For property details, such as tax data, maps, sales history, and building records. Visit the Brooke County Assessor's Office Property Record Search Portal
• Visit the Brooke County Sheriff's Tax Office Website for property tax payment history or status.

Individuals seeking access to property deeds, mortgages, and liens should contact the Brooke County Clerk's Office during office hours.

Brooke County Court Records Online

Brooke County Circuit Court records are available online through the West Virginia Public Access Search System (WVPASS). Alternatively, records may be accessible via third-party platforms like Westvirginiacourtrecords.us. These private websites gather documents from various sources across West Virginia and make them accessible globally through advanced search tools. Using third-party online resources to source Brooke County records saves time and cost. Nevertheless, users should be wary of inaccuracies when sourcing official documents from non-government repositories. The accuracy of records obtained on such platforms cannot be guaranteed.