Lincoln County Circuit Court cases in Lincoln County, Hamlin, WV
Lincoln County Circuit Court in Hamlin, West Virginia, is the county's circuit court and trial court of general jurisdiction. It conducts jury and bench trials and handles major civil cases, felony criminal matters, juvenile delinquency, child abuse and neglect, mental hygiene/commitment proceedings, and other equitable relief. The court also hears appeals from Lincoln County Magistrate Court, municipal courts, and the Lincoln County Family Court, and reviews certain county commission/fiduciary decisions. Routine misdemeanors and traffic cases begin in magistrate or municipal court, with the circuit court addressing them on appeal or when transferred.
Lincoln County Circuit Court Contact and Location Information
| Court Type: | Circuit Court |
| County: | Lincoln |
| Street Address: | 8000 Court Avenue |
| City: | Hamlin |
| Zip Code: | 25523 |
| Phone: | 304-824-7999, ext. 256 or 269 |
| Fax: | 304-824-2011 |
| Hours: | Monday - Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm |
| Website URL: | http://www.courtswv.gov/lower-courts/counties/lincoln.html |
| Forms & Filing: | Court Forms |
| Divisions / Services: | Probation - 304-824-7999, ext. 234 |
| Dockets / Schedule / Calendar: | Calendar & Docket |
| Jury Service: | Jury Duty |
Services and Case Types Handled in Lincoln County Circuit Court
- Lincoln County Circuit Court serves as the county's trial court, providing case intake, docketing, records, hearings, and orders. It handles:
- Criminal (felonies, misdemeanors, violations/traffic)
- Civil (small claims, general civil, landlord-tenant, collections)
- Family law (divorce, custody/parenting time, support)
- Juvenile (dependency, delinquency)
- Probate/guardianship and, where authorized, adoptions and civil commitments
- Public-facing services include:
- Filing and e-filing of cases and motions
- Protective and restraining orders (domestic violence, stalking, harassment)
- Scheduling and conducting arraignments, pretrial conferences, motion hearings, and jury/nonjury trials
- Jury services (summons, qualification, deferrals/excuses, reporting)
- Payment processing for fines and fees
- Access to calendars and case records consistent with law
- Assistance with forms, interpreter services, and ADA accommodations
The court's role is to provide fair, timely adjudication and accessible services to resolve disputes and enforce the law.