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Charleston, West Virginia is known for its rich history and culture, as well as its outdoor recreation opportunities. The city council of Charleston is composed of nine members, each elected from one of the city's nine wards. The council meets twice a month to discuss and vote on matters of local importance. Below are direct public records resources that can help you find the most up-to-date information.

  • City of Charleston
    Directory of Charleston city records and information
    501 Virginia Street East
    Charleston, WV 25301
    Phone: (304) 348-8179
    Fax: (304) 348-8038

  • Charleston City Clerk
    Official records and legal files
    501 Virginia Street East
    Charleston WV 25301
    Phone: (304) 348-8179
    Fax: (304) 348-8038
    Email: cityclerk@cityofcharleston.org

  • Charleston Police Department
    Law enforcement services
    501 Virginia Street East
    Charleston WV 25301
    Phone: (304) 348-6460
    Fax: (304) 348-6416

  • Charleston Fire Department
    Fire and emergency services
    808 Virginia Street
    Charleston WV 25302
    Phone: (304) 348-8198
    Fax: (304) 348-0731
    Email: info@charlestonfire.com

  • Charleston Planning Department
    Zoning and building permits information
    915 Quarrier Street
    Charleston WV 25301
    Phone: (304) 348-8105
    Fax: (304) 348-8042
    Email: planning@cityofcharleston.org

  • Kanawha County Public Library
    Charleston library services, reference materials and research assistance
    123 Capitol Street
    Charleston WV 25301
    Phone: (304) 343-4646

  • Kanawha County Schools
    Charleston general education services
    200 Elizabeth Street
    Charleston WV 25311
    Phone: (304) 348-1379

  • Charleston Daily Mail Newspaper
    Local news and information
    1001 Virginia Street East
    Charleston WV 25301
    Phone: (800) 982-6397

  • Charleston Area Chamber of Commerce
    Business listings directory
    1116 Smith Street
    Charleston WV 25301
    Phone: (304) 340-4253
    Fax: (304) 340-4275

  • West Virginia Vital Registration Office
    Charleston birth, marriage and death certificates
    350 Capitol Street
    Charleston WV 25301
    Phone: (304) 558-2931
    Fax: (304) 558-1051
    Email: dhhrvitalreg@wv.gov

  • Charleston, U.S. Census Bureau
    Population and demographic information
    Charleston WV 25301

  • Charleston West Virginia Civil and Criminal Courts
    Search for criminal cases, divorces and other civil filings

  • Charleston Archives and History
    Births, deaths, marriages and other historical records
    West Virginia Division of Culture and History
    1900 Kanawha Boulevard East
    Building 9; Charleston
    WV 25305-0300

  • Center for Missing & Exploited Children
    Quick search for missing children, sex offenders, Amber alerts, records and more public information

  • Inmate Search and Community Corrections
    Search for inmates, parole violators, death row inmates and more
    1325 Virginia St. East
    Charleston, WV 25301
    304-558-2110

What is the process for someone who is arrested in Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia to go through the jail and court system?

If you get arrested in Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia, you would go to the South Central Regional Jail and the Kanawha County Magistrate Court.

What publicly accessible records can be obtained from the Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia Library?

You can find public records in the Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia Library. The library has a variety of resources available, including microfilm copies of local newspapers, census records, and other public records.

Where is the nearest fingerprinting office located in Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia?

The Kanawha County Sheriff's Office provides fingerprinting services in Charleston, West Virginia.

What are the requirements for obtaining vital records from Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia, and what information is provided in the records?

The West Virginia Division of Culture and History is the official repository for vital records in Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia. To obtain vital records, you must submit a written request to the Division of Culture and History. The request must include the full name of the person whose record is being requested, the date and place of the event, the relationship of the requester to the person whose record is being requested, and the purpose for which the record is being requested. The Division of Culture and History can provide certified copies of birth, death, marriage, and divorce records. The records include the full name of the person whose record is being requested, the date and place of the event, the names of the parents or spouse, and other relevant information.
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