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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Mason County record-source URLs verified against the official local and West Virginia state publishers on the review date. 3 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Mason County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Mason County, West Virginia — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
24,770
Population
Census estimate
10,120
Households
Census estimate
$53,058
Median income
Annual household
$118,100
Median home value
Census ACS
Point Pleasant
County seat
In West Virginia
Criminal records
see state portal
Court records
3 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
1 source
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
1 source
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Mason County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Mason County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Mason - Circuit Court | West Virginia Judiciary West Virginia Southern District Court | PACER: Federal Court… |
| Criminal records | No verified source — see Mason County state portal below |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Mason County state portal below |
| Property records | Mason County Assessor – Mason County |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Mason County state portal below |
| Voter records | Mason County – West Virginia |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Mason County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Mason County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Mason County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Mason County Records
2026
Mason County court records portal verified
State court system links for Mason County verified against the West Virginia judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Mason County property records online
Mason County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
2026
FBI Identity History Summary (federal complement)
For records that may exist outside West Virginia, the FBI Identity History Summary at fbi.gov complements all county-level state records.
The 4-Step Mason County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Mason County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Mason County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the West Virginia statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the West Virginia state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Mason County Records
❌ Myth: "Mason County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Mason County are held by the West Virginia state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Mason County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
❌ Myth: "Free 'instant background' sites have Mason County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official West Virginia state repository has verified, current Mason County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Mason County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Mason County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources (All Verified)
- www.courtswv.gov — Court records — official source
- masoncountywv.gov — Property records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Mason County & West Virginia Records
For records not specific to Mason County, use West Virginia's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 West Virginia statewide record systems:
- West Virginia Court Records →
- West Virginia Criminal Records →
- West Virginia Property Records →
- West Virginia Vital Records →
- West Virginia Voter Records →
- West Virginia Wants & Warrants →
- West Virginia Licenses →
- West Virginia Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
West Virginia statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
About Mason County, West Virginia
Mason County is located in West Virginia. The county seat is Point Pleasant.
- Population: 24,770
- Households: 10,120
- Median household income: $53,058
- Median home value: $118,100
- Below poverty line: 16.3%
- Land area: 430.8 sq mi
- Population density: 57.5 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 4
- NCES schools indexed: 11
Mason - Circuit Court | West Virginia Judiciary
Official Free
Judge Lora Dyer Jackson County Courthouse P.O. Box 800 100 Court Street Ripley, WV 25271 304-373-2310 Fax: 304-372-4407 · Judge Richard Craig Tatterson Mason County Courthouse 200 Sixth Street Point Pleasant, WV 25550 304-675-3480 Fax: 304-675-7757
West Virginia Court Records Access
Official Free
Log in to the federal Judiciary’s electronic public access services. Close PACER Case Locator PACER Log in Manage PACER Account
Magistrate Case Record Search - West Virginia Judiciary
Official Free
Disclaimer: The Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of the information provided, and assumes no liability for any general or specific use of the information. Therefore, there is no guarantee that retrieved records represent a ...
Mason County – West Virginia
Official Free
This website is intended to provide you with an overview of our county’s government and the unique opportunities our county has to offer. Please take the time to explore our site and let us know how we can better serve our community through this medium. We would like to thank the students ...
West Virginia Secretary of State - Elections - Am I Registered To Vote
Official Free
This web site is for informational purposes only. The information displayed reflects the most recent entry on your record by your county and is updated nightly. Activity occurring today will not appear until the next day.
Mason County Assessor – Mason County
Official Free
The Assessor of every county is elected every four years . The position is required to be full-time in all but Class X counties. All property shall obtain from every person who is liable to assessment a full and correct description of all personal property. In most counties, this is done by ...
Magistrate Record Search | West Virginia Judiciary
Official Free
West Virginia Judiciary · This free system increases access to online magistrate court information. Anyone with a computer or mobile device can enter a first or last name or a case number and the system will generate a list of up to 30 records. Court documents themselves are not available online.
Vital Records (Interactive) - West Virginia Culture Center : West Virginia Culture Center
Official Free
Search Vital Records The Vital Research Records Project is placing Birth, Death, and Marriage certificates on-line. Users can search the records and view
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Mason County?
Mason County court cases are searchable through the Mason - Circuit Court | West Virginia Judiciary portal: https://www.courtswv.gov/node/32692. West Virginia also operates a state-level case lookup through the WV Courts system. For federal matters, see PACER.
Can I find out if someone is divorced in West Virginia?
Yes. Search the court case index for the person's name in the county where they lived. Most West Virginia counties offer free online case-search portals. The state vital records office also issues divorce verifications for a fee.
How long does an arrest stay on my record in West Virginia if I wasn't convicted?
In West Virginia, an arrest stays on your record indefinitely unless you petition the court to seal or expunge it, even if charges were dropped or you were found not guilty. West Virginia's rules for clearing non-conviction records are stricter than for convictions — start with the West Virginia State Police.
What's the difference between a court record and a criminal record in West Virginia?
A court record shows everything filed in a specific case — pleadings, motions, judgments. A criminal record (rap sheet) is a person-centric history from the West Virginia State Police that aggregates arrests and dispositions across all courts in West Virginia. Court records are searched by case; criminal records by person.