Faq's
I got a ticket - Who do I call? Where do I go?
The first thing you need to do is check your ticket to see who the issuing agency was. For tickets issued by municipalities contact the municipality where the ticket was issued. If the ticket was issued by the City of Parkersburg, contact them at 304-424-8400. If the ticket was issued by the City of Vienna, contact them at 304-295-4541. If the ticket was issued by the City of Williamstown, contact them at 304-375-7761. For tickets issued by the Wood County Sheriff's Office or West Virginia State Police, contact Magistrate Court at 304-422-3444.Where can I find information on deeds?
The deed information is all located on the website. Go under the County Clerk link and click on the Online Document Imaging link. Or just click this link. The Online Document Imaging is the place where you will find a lot of information pertaining to marriage, lien, deed etc..
How can I obtain a marriage license for people married in the past?
The Marriage information is also online for as far back as 1945. Go under the County Clerk link and click on the Online Document Imaging link. Or just click this link. The Courthouse has the records on file back to 1801, but these records are not online. Please contact the Marriage License office for these records by clicking here.
What do I need to get a Marriage License?
Everything you need for a marriage license is online at Marriage.
Is there a 3 day waiting period on all marriages?
This waiting period is only if you are under the age of 18.
Where do I pay my taxes or obtain registration?
The tax offices are now located in the former Towne Square Building now known as the Judge Black Annex Building. When you walk into the main street entrance (across from Blennerhassett Hotel) the sheriff tax is on the left and the assessor tax is on the right.
How do I obtain a birth certificate?
Come into room 201 of the Courthouse (located at the corner of Market and 3rd St.) with a valid ID and fill out the form. There is a $5 fee for certified copies of birth certificates.
Can I get a birth certificate through the mail? (out of state people)
Yes you need a request letter and the $5 fee (check or money order) and mail it to:
Wood County Clerk, P.O. Box 1474, Parkersburg, WV 26101
Can I obtain a Birth Certificate for a friend?
No. You must be a family member, ex. brother, sister, step-parent, grandparent
Can I make a park or shelter reservation online?
No. The online calendar just shows the available dates for the shelters and parks along with the days that they are booked. To make a reservation please call (304) 424-1976.
How can I obtain a copy of my tax receipts?
Call the Tax Office at 304-424-1910 and they will mail you one to the address you specify or you can come into the Tax Office located in the Judge Black Annex at 319 Market Street, Parkersburg, WV 26101 and ask for it and it will be provided. You can also print a copy of your receipt via our Online Tax Inquiry at https://webtax.woodcountywv.com
Why didn't I get a receipt in the mail from the Sheriff Tax Office?
If you have moved, but still own that piece of property and did not update your new mailing address, then it will continue to go to the former address provided. You can also print a copy of your receipt via our Online Tax Inquiry at https://webtax.woodcountywv.com
Why do you charge an extra $1 for license renewal?
County fee, $.50 cents is kept by the County the other $.50 cents goes to the Deputy Sheriff Retirement Fund
Where do I change my address on my taxes?
All Changes are made at the Assessor's office located in the Judge Black Courthouse Annex (old Town Square).
Why didn't I get a bill for my Personal Property?
You must fill out an assessment card EVERY year and turn it back in to receive a bill. This is how you will pay halves.
Do you take Debit or Credit Cards?
Credit and Debit Cards are currently accepted for the following transactions:
- All transactions with the County Clerk's Office (Marriage License, Document Recording, Birth/Death Certificates/etc), with the exception of redemptions. There is a processing fee of $1 per transaction plus 1% of the total. This fee is collected by the credit card processing company West Virginia Interactive and is not collected by the county.
- Building Permits, Shelter and Meeting Room Reservations, and Parking Payments. There is a processing fee of $1 per transaction plus 2.2% of the toal. This fee is collected by the credit card processing company West Virginia Interactive and is not collected by the county.
- Tax Payments (also available online at https://webtax.woodcountywv.com). There is a processing fee of $1 per transaction plus 2.2% of the total. This fee is collected by the credit card processing company West Virginia Interactive and is not collected by the county.
Can I renew my registration and license at the Sheriff Tax Office?
Yes, if you have a renewal form from Charleston that is not more than 3 months expired, and have your insurance information filled out on the back.
How can I obtain Dog Tags?
How to obtain dog tags: You can do it through the mail, through filing online (if you file your personal property online) or by coming to our office or the humane society.
Cost: $3.00 if you live outside city limits (country districts) or in the city of Parkersburg. $6.00 if you live in Williamstown or Vienna.
If you choose to do it through the mail we need your name, address, and phone number. We need the age, breed, color, and sex of the dog, along with a check or money order for the correct amount of money.
We do not send change through the mail. If it is the incorrect amount, you will get your check back and a note asking for the correct amount. If you do not send money with the information, you will receive a 10 day notice to pay the amount and you will not receive your dog tags until it is paid in full.
How do I pay my taxes and what do I need?
You can pay your taxes either by mailing it in or stopping by the office.
If mailing it in please send check or money order to:
PO BOX 1985
PARKERSBURG, WV 26101
CHECKS PAYABLE TO - SHERIFF OF WOOD COUNTY
If you are stopping into the office it is located at
JUDGE BLACK ANNEX
319 MARKET ST.
PARKERSBURG, WV 26101
Drive through is open during the regular work hours and is located off of 4th street, turn right into the alley, you will see signs.
You will need to supply a tax ticket to pay either way.
How to get License Renewal?
Go to the tax office and have a personal property tax receipt, 2-part renewal form, and current insurance card.
How to obtain Certified Copies of Documents?
There are two ways to obtain certified copies of documents if you are eligible to receive the record. The record must be your own or you must be an immediate family member.
The Wood County Courthouse is located at the corner of 3rd and Market Streets in Parkersburg. Deeds and Liens are located on the 1st floor. Birth, Death and Probate records are located on the 2nd floor in Room 201. Marriages, Voter Registration and Finance are located on the 4th floor.
Certified copies of marriage, birth and death certificates are $5.00 each. Copies of other documents are $1.50 for the first two pages and $1.00 for each additional page after that.
1) If you come to the office, you will need identification to obtain certified copies of records.
2) You may mail a request letter or the attached form to: Mark Rhodes, Wood County Clerk, PO Box 1474, Parkersburg, WV 26102. Click here for form.
How do I reserve a county meeting room or park shelter?
Due to the ongoing COVID 19 situation, we are not currently accepting reservations for meeting rooms and park shelters at this time.
Reservations are first come, first serve. Payment in full is required at least 7 days prior to reservation or reservation will be forfeited. We accept check and cash payments only. Refunds will not be issued. A returned check fee of $25.00 will be assessed.
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