How to Search Fayette County Records (Start Here)
In West Virginia, the Sheriff collects property taxes.
- Court records: Circuit Clerk. Use WV Courts for online case search.
- Deeds and liens: County Clerk.
- County Assessor.
- Tax bills: County Sheriff.
Limited online access. Most records require a phone call or in-person visit.
Each source below is verified and links to an official portal.
Jail & Inmate Records
Property | Tax Records
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Fayette County Sheriff's Tax Office tax record search and online payment service.
Property & Tax Records
Property | GIS
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Fayette County Assessor's Office GIS property search by parcel ID, owner name, address, or interactive map.
Vital Records (Birth/Death/Marriage)
Cemeteries & Burials
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Fayetta County, West Virginia cemetery burial records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Fayette County? ▼
Go to the Clerk of Court for court records in Fayette County. Start there for case lookups and dockets.
Who handles property records in Fayette County? ▼
For deeds, mortgages, and liens, go to the County Recorder. For property values and assessment data, go to the County Assessor. For tax bills and payments, go to the Tax Collector.
How do I get birth, death, or marriage records in Fayette County? ▼
Marriage licenses in Fayette County are issued by the County Clerk. Birth and death certificates are available from the state Vital Records office. Divorce records come from the court that granted the decree.
Are Fayette County records available online? ▼
Online access in Fayette County varies by office. Contact the offices listed above directly by phone or in person for records not yet available online.
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