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1. What are the major state/county phone numbers?

Jefferson County Emergency Dispatch Center.................................304-725-8484
City of Charles Town.....................................................................304-725-2311
Harpers Ferry Police Department....................................................304-535-6366
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office....................................................304-728-3205
Shepherdstown Police Department.................................................304-876-6036
WV State Police-Charles Town Detachment....................................304-725-9779
Citizen's Fire Company..................................................................304-725-2814
Independent Fire Company............................................................ 304-725-2514
Jefferson County Health Department.............................................. 304-728-8416
Jefferson County Magistrate Court..................................................304-728-3233
Jefferson County Circuit Court........................................................304-728-3231
Jefferson County Family Court....................................................... 304-724-6253
Jefferson County Animal Control.....................................................304-728-3289
Jefferson County Tax Office...........................................................304-728-3220

2. How do I know which jurisdiction I live in?

Citizens can contact the Jefferson County Emergency Services Dispatch Center at 304-725-8484 to learn which jurisdiction they reside in.

3. What is a Special Activity Permit and how can I obtain one?

Permits that are used when there is an activity or event involving a number of people which may affect the public. Examples: Parade, 5K, block party, boot drives. You may stop in the police department to get a copy of the form.

4. Do I need a permit for a yard sale?

Yes. Yard Sales must be conducted at an occupied residence, and are limited to one household only. They may not be conducted at a business or on commercial property.No more than three licenses may be issued to any single residence within the city during a 12 month period. For more information...

5. I need fingerprinting. Does the Ranson Police Department provide fingerprinting services?

Fingerprint services are subject to Officer availability only. Please call before coming in, to ensure that an Officer is available.

Non-government (Ranson Citizen) $ 5.00
Non-government (non-Ranson Citizen) $10.00
Government (non-law enforcement) $ 5.00
Government (law-enforcement) No Fee

6. How do I make an animal complaint?

Citizens can contact the Jefferson County Animal Welfare Society directly at 304-728-3289 or by calling the Jefferson County Emergency Services Dispatch Center at 304-725-8484

7. How do I file a complaint regarding the conduct of an officer or staff member employed by the Ranson Police Department?

Please come in to the Ranson Police Department during normal business hours to obtain a Citizen Complaint Form.

8. How do I obtain a criminal or accident report?

To obtain an accident or criminal report, please come in during business hours. There is a $20 fee for all reports.

9. How do I pay a traffic fine?

To pay a traffic citation, you may make payment in person at the Ranson Police Department, mail in a check or money order or pay over the phone with a credit card. We accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover.

You have 30 days from the date of the citation to make payment in full. However, if you wish to start a payment plan, please come into the office within 30 days of the citation to set one up. We require 30% down, and you will have 90 days to pay off the remaining balance.

If you wish to schedule a court date, please call 304-725-2411.

10. How do I get to the Ranson Police Department?

We are located on the corner of East 13th Avenue and North Preston Street, in Ranson.

From Charles Town: Take Mildred Street, make a right on E. 13th Avenue, proceed to the stop sign and Ranson Police Department is on the left.

From Martinsburg: Take Rt. 9 East to Currie Road, make a right on Currie Road. Make a left onto Rt. 115N (Mildred Street). Proceed approximately two miles and make a left on E. 13th Avenue, proceed to the stop sign and Ranson Police Department is ahead on the left.