Upholding Safety & Justice 
in Mercer County.

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Protecting & Serving
Mercer County, WV



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The Mercer County Sheriff’s Office is dedicated to safeguarding our community through a blend of time-honored values and cutting-edge strategies. We strive to create a safe and welcoming environment for all residents, upholding the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. Learn more about our commitment to service, our innovative initiatives, and how we’re building trust with the people we serve.

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NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED PERSONAL PROPERTY MERCER COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT The following individuals have personal property left at the Mercer County Sheriff's Department. To inquire about or arrange for pickup, please contact the Mercer County Sheriff's Department as soon as possible. Property may be retrieved by the owner, an administrator of an estate, or other qualified parties. Failure to retrieve the property within 30 days from the date of this notice will result in disposal. ________________________________________ List of Individuals with Unclaimed Property (Alphabetized by Last Name): Akers, Robert Athay, Michael Bailey, Donny Bailey, Nicholas Bell, Thomas Belcher, Ryan Bizzarro, Brittany (aka Kayla Rowan) Blevins, Anthony Bonilla, Ravia Bradshaw, Brad Brooks, Jeremy Brooks, Thomas Burdette, Shawn Burton, Billy Byrd, Tony Cartwright, Ramona Casey, Herbert Champ, Steven Clary, Hugh Clemens, Justin Copley, Crystal Coomes, Ronnie Crocket, Davey Crabb, Jevelyn Croy, Johnathon Dale, Dustin Daniels, Eulis Daneesa, Amie Dempsey, Christopher Dick, Jessica (Shrader) Dickerson, Daniel Erickson, Christopher East, William Fernat, Michael Fletcher, Keith Fogleman, Brooke Fountain, Jeremy Fryer, Canaan Gawthier, Andrew Gentry, Antwan Gibson, Cory "CJ" Goff, Heather Goff, James Gordon, Amber (McBrayer) Graham, Dexter Greer, Cain Green, Steven Hairston, Deshawn Ham, Shanale Harding, Judah Hawke, Destiny Helton, Megan Horton, Sabrina Houk, Dewayne Hubbard, Trusby Hughes, Chris Jenkins, Abigail Jennings, Jerry Johnson, Devonte Johnson, Jessica Kanode, Shawn Kendall, Randall Kincaid, Austin Lambert, Jennifer Lawless, Randall Lewis, Cameron Lewis, Melissa Livingston, Jason Long, Brenda Lunsford, Nick Lusk, Crystal Martell, Justin Martin, Austin Mann, Carol Matthews, Tammy Maxey, Johnathan McKinney, Carl McKinney, Steven Merritt, Taylor Mills, Austin Milam, Codie Minter, Christopher Mohamed, Mujalee Morgan, Gary Moore, Lajuan Muskara, Michael Musick, Maria Murray, Dale Neal, Isaiah Neal, Shawn Neal, Benjamin Newl, Kaytlyn Nicholson, Charles Norris, Amber Parker, Randy Peck, Leanne Pennington, Jacob Petit, Brandon Poore, Timothy Powers, Dillon Price, James Pruett, Steven Pullian, Timothy Quillian, Ryan Reinsmith, Matthew Reiss, James Riley, Eric Rowe, Joey Rutt, Daniel Salam, Chris Sawyers, Eddie Sawyers, Richard Shaffer, Austin Shrader, Jessica Dick Skeens, Victoria Sprinkles, Everett Stafford, James Stafford, Tonya Stables, Jennifer Stevenson, Tim Tiller, Billy Tomasik, Steven Tooley, Jason Thompson, Cameron Ward, Randall Ward, Sabrina Ward, Toni Ware, Travon Weese, Hank White, Fallon Whitlow, Alexander Wilborn, Chris "CJ" Williams, Ryan Willis, Donna Wolford, Brian Wolfe, Nick Workman, Rosalie Wright, Jordan Younger, Darnell York, Bobby Young, Austin

Several members of the Mercer County Sheriff's Department WV Swat team and K-9 units got to speak and demonstrate the abilities of several of the departments K9 this morning at Princeton Primary School. Thank you to all the staff and students for being so welcoming.

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Frequently Asked Questions



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Where is the Mercer County Sheriff's Office located?

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We are located at the Mercer County Courthouse at 1501 East Main St., Princeton, WV 24740.

Where do I park when I arrive?

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The Mercer County Courthouse has parking available on the street around the building. 

What types of items are not allowed in the Courthouse?

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Weapons, such as firearms, knives, tasers, etc., and drugs and drug paraphernalia are not permitted on Courthouse grounds. 

Do I have to go through security to enter the Courthouse?

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When entering the Courthouse, you will be asked to place any handbags, purses, totes, along with anything in your pockets into the scanner before walking through a metal detector. 

How do I pay my personal property taxes?

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Personal property taxes can be paid:

  • Online at http://mercer.softwaresystems.com/index.html
  • Mailing a check with your tax bill to the address on the bill.
  • In person at:
    • The Mercer County Courthouse: 1501 East Main St., Princeton, WV 24740, Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM—4:30 PM. Closed on Holidays.