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Location and Contact Information

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The Office of the Prosecuting Attorney is situated on the third floor of the Mineral County Court House, just to the right as you exit the stairs. If you wish to visit or contact them, here are the details:

  • Address: Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, P.O. Drawer 458, Keyser, WV 26726
  • Phone: 304-788-0300 or 301-777-0602
  • Fax: 304-788-0768
  • Contact: Lynn Nelson, Prosecuting Attorney

Meet the Team

Prosecuting Attorney: Lynn A. Nelson

Lynn A. Nelson, the Prosecuting Attorney, has an impressive educational background and years of experience in the field. Here are some details about Nelson:

  • Graduated from Frankfort High School in 1981
  • Obtained a B.S. Degree in Political Science, Cum Laude, from West Virginia University in 1984
  • Completed the Oxford University Comparative Legal Studies Program at Magdalen College in 1987
  • Received a Juris Doctorate from West Virginia University College of Law in 1988
  • Has been a full-time Prosecuting Attorney since 1988, with successful re-elections in 1992 and 1996

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney: James W. Courrier, Jr. (Jay)

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Working alongside Lynn Nelson, Jay Courrier is another skilled member of the team. Here are some key details about him:

  • Graduated from Keyser High School in 1986
  • Obtained an Associates of Arts in English from Potomac State College in 1988
  • Completed his BA Degree in English, Summa Cum Laude, from West Virginia University in 1989
  • Received his Juris Doctorate from West Virginia University College of Law in 1993
  • Admitted to the West Virginia Bar in 1993 and the Maryland Bar in 1994

Office Manager: Doris Goddard

Ensuring the smooth functioning of the office, Doris Goddard serves as the Office Manager. She has been a part of the team since 1997.

Legal Assistant: Bonnie Junkins

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Assisting the Prosecuting Attorney and the team, Bonnie Junkins serves as the Legal Assistant. She has been employed since 1997.

Duties of the Office

The Office of the Prosecuting Attorney has several important responsibilities within Mineral County. These commitments include:

  • Prosecuting all violations of State Law, including both felonies and misdemeanors, for adults and juveniles
  • Representing all State and County Offices in all legal proceedings within the County
  • Representing Petitioners in all cases of child abuse and neglect
  • Representing Petitioners in all mental hygiene proceedings

This website is maintained by Chip Smith ©2000, with the last update on 02/20/02.

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