Meet Anne Charnock

Senator Anne Charnock is a lifelong West Virginian, attorney, and public servant who proudly

represents the people of the 17th District in the West Virginia State Senate. A native of

Charleston, Anne was born and raised in the Kanawha Valley and comes from a family with a

long tradition of service to the community. She was appointed to the State Senate in 2025 to

represent District 17, which includes much of Kanawha County.

Anne is a proud graduate of Kanawha County Public Schools, having attended George

Washington High School before earning both her Bachelor of Arts and her Juris Doctor from

West Virginia University. After completing law school, she returned home to Charleston to

practice law at her family’s firm, continuing a legacy rooted in service to the people of the

Kanawha Valley.

Before joining the State Senate, Anne served the community for more than twelve years as a

Judge of the Municipal Court of Charleston. In that role, she worked every day to ensure

fairness, accountability, and respect for the rule of law while addressing issues that directly affect

local families and neighborhoods. She also previously served as Chief Deputy Kanawha County

Clerk, gaining valuable experience in the operations of local government and public

administration.

In the State Senate, Anne is focused on strengthening West Virginia’s economy, supporting job

creation and economic development, and ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent responsibly. She

believes strongly in improving education so the next generation of West Virginians is prepared

for success, while also defending the conservative values that define the Mountain State.

Anne remains deeply committed to the Kanawha Valley and the people who call it home. Guided

by her experience in the courtroom, her background in law, and her lifelong ties to the

community, she works every day to bring practical, common-sense leadership to the West

Virginia Legislature.