West Virginia Criminal Records

To begin, add a criminal record or view a list of locations and resources for West Virginia criminal records.

A West Virginia criminal records check is very important in protecting your company and/or yourself. To associate with or employ a former felon who has committed crimes, in this state or any other, can be harmful to your interests and maybe even to your physical well-being. Not all people who have a criminal past are dangerous but it never is a bad thing to know who you are dealing with. As long as you have some form of written agreement with the person in question that the criminal records of West Virginia or another state might be checked, then it is perfectly legal to research them.

Once you request a West Virginia criminal records search from the State or one of its counties, it will take a day to a day and a half to get the results back. All of the counties work well with the State to keep their records as up to date as possible. The criminal records of West Virginia are accessible and there for those who may need them to have peace of mind.

To order a criminal background check, fill out the West Virginia Criminal Record mail-in form. Mail your application to:

You can obtain a West Virginia criminal background check by filling out the form located here and submitting it to the state police in West Charleston, WV. Each request is $20 but if you require extra information, the fees are higher. A check or money order is acceptable and once submitted, the fees are non refundable. For more information visit: West Virginia State Police