Berkeley County Arrest Records

Berkeley County arrest records are created whenever an individual is taken into custody by local law enforcement, such as the Sheriff’s Office or the Martinsburg Police Department. These records document an interaction with the law resulting in an arrest, not a conviction. Each arrested individual retains the right to a fair hearing and is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

Under the West Virginia Freedom of Information Act, booking records are considered public, though certain details are kept confidential. These include juvenile records and files sealed or expunged by a judge’s directive. A typical entry in an arrest log includes physical and personal information, booking and charge details, and bond details. The record may include a mugshot, though this may not be a mandatory requirement.

Notably, the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation maintains a daily incarceration list for the Eastern Regional Jail. The public can use this portal to view details of recent arrestees and pretrial detainees. Individuals may also submit a formal request to the Sheriff’s Office or visit in person at 510 South Raleigh Street, Martinsburg, WV 25401.