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Cabell County, West Virginia State Court Records

The Cabell County court records are documents generated during a legal procedure in Cabell County. The Cabell County Circuit Clerk's Office and the Cabell County Clerk are primarily responsible for maintaining and preserving these records. These records may include civil lawsuits, criminal felony cases, divorces, and child custody or support disputes. The County Clerk is also responsible for maintaining records primarily related to property, estates, and vital statistics.

Court records in Cabell County are connected to other public data. Arrest records may be linked to criminal court dockets, while court rulings frequently update vital records by legally mandating changes in names, adoptions, or paternity. For instance, an arrest record may lead to a court case, and a divorce case may link to vital records like a marriage certificate. Understanding how these records relate to each other can simplify a search. Furthermore, to verify a demographic or family status, investigators frequently cross-reference these documents with vital statistics for birth, death, and marriage certificates.

Are Cabell County Court Records Public?

Yes. Cabell County court records are generally deemed to be public. Under West Virginia law, public access to government records, transparency, and visibility are mandated. The West Virginia Freedom of Information Act grants citizens the right to inspect and copy case files and recorded property documents at the Cabell County Clerk or the Cabell County Circuit Clerk. Members of the public may request access to public records without having to state a reason. This law applies to court records maintained by public bodies, including clerks of court.

However, some court records may be restricted from public view or sealed. Examples include records such as juvenile court records, adoption records, mental health proceedings, and sealed orders.

What Information is Available in Cabell County Court Records?

Court records contain details about legal proceedings that took place in the county. They include

  • Case information, including the names and addresses of parties involved in a court case, the case status, case number, filing date, and type of case
  • Case documents, including papers in a court proceeding, orders and judgments, motions, pleadings, and answers
  • Exhibits
  • Dockets and calendars
  • Judgments and sentences
  • Transcripts
  • Depositions

Cabell County Court Records Search

Finding Cabell County court records may involve contacting the appropriate official office, depending on the case type. Interested persons may look up circuit court records statewide via the West Virginia Public Access Search System (WVPASS). Searching is free, but downloading documents costs $0.25 per page. For Magistrate Court cases, interested persons may view case status, charges, and dispositions using theMagistrate Court Case Record Search (MCRSearch). Searches may be made by name or case number across all counties in the state. Alternatively, one may look up vital records, deeds, birth, death, marriage, and property records via the County Clerk. You can search records and order certified vital statistics certificates online using the Cabell County Clerk's Vital Records System.

In-Person Access

Interested persons may visit the Cabell County Courthouse in person to search and request court records. The Circuit Clerk's Office, located at 750 5th Avenue, Room 114, Huntington, WV 25701, handles circuit and family court records. Public access terminals are available at the courthouse for searching digital records, and staff is available to help guide requesters in finding older or unindexed files. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. For magistrate court records, the Magistrate Clerk is also located at the same courthouse address.

Mail and Phone Requests

Individuals who cannot visit in person may request records by mail or phone. To inquire about a specific case, contact the Circuit Clerk via phone at (304) 526-8622. For written requests, include the full name of the parties, the case number if known, and the type of record needed. Requests may also be mailed to the Cabell County Circuit Clerk's Office. Processing times vary, but typically take at least 5 to 10 business days. Accepted payment methods typically include checks or money orders. Requesters are advised to call ahead to confirm exact payment requirements before sending.

Fees for Court Records in Cabell County

Court records in Cabell County may generally be viewed for free. However, members of the public may be required to pay certain fees to obtain or copy these records. Under the West Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), state agencies may not require a fee for search or retrieval time. Instead, fees are calculated to cover the actual costs of reproduction, like printing, materials, staff time, and document certification.

Copying fees for court records in Cabell County typically cost $0.50 per page. Certified copies may cost more, and postage fees may also be added for mailed documents. Non-registered users of the WVPASS online system are required to pay a fee of $0.25 per page to download documents. Confirm the current fees with the clerk before submitting a request.

Cabell County Courthouse Locations

Below are the various courts operating in Cabell County, along with their locations and contact information

Cabell County Circuit Court

Cabell County Courthouse

750 5th Avenue

PO Box 545

Huntington, WV 25710

Phone: (304) 526-8622

Fax: (304) 526-8699

Cabell County Magistrate Court

Cabell County Courthouse

750 5th Avenue

Huntington, WV 25701

Phone: (304) 526-8642

Fax: (304) 526-8646

Cabell County Family Court

Cabell County Courthouse

750 5th Avenue

Huntington, WV 25701

Phone: (304)526-8622

Fax: (304) 526-8699

Barboursville Municipal Court

721 Central Avenue

PO Box 262

Barboursville, WV 25504

Phone: (304) 736-5204 ext. 7

Huntington Municipal Court

800 5th Avenue

PO Box 1659

Huntington, WV 25717

Phone: (304) 696-5920

Fax: (304) 696-4493

Milton Municipal Court

1139 Smith Street

PO Box 98

Milton, WV 25541

Phone: (304) 743-3032

Fax: (304) 743-1872

Cabell County Probate Records

A Cabell County probate record is a legal document created after an individual's death or during incapacity to manage estates, wills, guardianships, and conservatorships. Probate records are generally accessible to the public and are maintained by the Cabell County Clerk and the Circuit Clerk. Recent filings of probate records may be available through the county clerk's online records portal, while older records may be obtained by contacting the agency in person or via written request. Access to certain confidential cases, such as sealed guardianship proceedings involving minors or individuals with disabilities, may be restricted.

Criminal Records Access in Cabell County

Criminal history checks in West Virginia are handled by the West Virginia State Police, not the Cabell County courts. However, the local criminal case records are maintained by the Cabell County Circuit Clerk and are accessible through both online portals and in-person visits. Individuals searching for official state, state-level, and national background checks are required to use the state-approved vendor. To schedule an appointment to submit your fingerprints, and the results will be processed by the West Virginia State Police website.

Interested persons may also locate Cabell County criminal case files by using the West Virginia Judiciary Public Access Search System (WVPASS) to search publicly available circuit court case documents from 1999. The Magistrate Record Search system may also be used to search for minor court case records.

Cabell County Family Court Records

Family court records in Cabell County involve legal cases such as divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, and domestic violence protective orders. These records are managed by the Cabell County Circuit Clerk. However, these records may be restricted from public view and require strict adherence to a specific retrieval procedure. Individuals who wish to access family court record information may search basic case information through the West Virginia court records portal. To get certified copies of divorce decrees, custody orders, or other family court documents, eligible individuals may contact the Circuit Clerk's Office at 304-526-8622 or visit in person during business hours.

Federal Court Records in Cabell County

Cabell County, West Virginia, falls under the jurisdiction of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia. This Federal court handles matters involving federal laws, constitutional issues, and interstate disputes. Records may include case files, dockets, and documents filed in federal appellate, district, and bankruptcy courts. Interested persons may access federal court records through the Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER) service.

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