Knox County Court Records

In Knox County, Kentucky, court records are official documents from the county's circuit and district courts maintained by record custodians. These documents provide extensive details on county court proceedings, including case filings, hearing information, orders, and judgments. Information searchers may also find Knox County arrest records as part of the court records, where arrest incidents have risen to criminal cases.

Are Court Records Public in Knox County?

Yes. The Kentucky Open Records Act (KORA) grants the state's citizens the right to inspect and make copies of government records, including court records. However, the Act restricts public access to court records containing personal information, confidential or proprietary data, or details that may harm privacy and public safety or give an unfair advantage to competitors. Other exemptions include active law enforcement investigatory information and records prohibited from disclosure by federal or state law. The Act may also restrict public access to active property sale records, licensing exams, or procurement processes.

Knox County Court Records Search

Inquirers wishing to conduct a general search of Knox County court records may utilize the Court Case Records Search or Docket Search tools on the Kentucky Court of Justice's site. These search tools offer users access to statewide Circuit and District Court case records.

Alternatively, searchers may submit a record request to the Knox County Circuit Court Clerk's Office, the State Records Center, or the Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives (KDLA) for court records up to 15 years, 15 to 36 years, and older than 36 years, respectively.

Knox County Courts

The Kentucky trial court system consists of Circuit Courts and District Courts. Below are the contact details of the courts that make up the Knox County court system:

Knox County Circuit Court
Knox County Courthouse Annex
401 Court Square, P.O. Box 760, Barbourville, KY 40906
Phone: (606) 546-3075
Fax: (606) 546-7949

Knox County District Court
Knox County Courthouse Annex
401 Court Square, P.O. Box 760, Barbourville, KY 40906
Phone: (606) 546-3232
Fax: (606) 546-7949

Knox County Criminal and Civil Records

Residents may access Knox County civil and criminal court case records through the Online Access to Kentucky Court Cases. The platform offers access to extensive civil and criminal court case records, including Knox County arrest records, active and closed cases, citation images, and visual flags for warrants, summonses, failures to appear, and more. Nevertheless, the portal restricts public access to confidential or sealed cases, juvenile records, and cases prohibited by law.

Alternatively, requesters seeking Knox County civil and criminal court records may submit record requests to the Knox Circuit Court Clerk's Office, State Records Center, and the Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives for records up to 15 years, 15 to 35 years, and more than 36 years, respectively.

Accepted payment methods include cash, check, money order, or online. For further information on copying civil and criminal court records, interested parties may contact the Circuit Clerk's Office at:

Office of Circuit Court Clerk
Knox County Courthouse Annex
401 Court Square P.O. Box 760
Barbourville, KY 40906
Circuit: (606) 546-3075
District: (606) 546-3232

Knox County Marriage Records

Eligible parties may request certified copies of Knox County marriage records from the Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics, the record custodian since June 1958.

The Vital Statistics Office charges $6.00 for a certified copy of Knox County's marriage certificate and $6.00 for each extra copy. Requesters may apply for marriage certificates online (state-approved vendor), by phone, mail, or drop box.

Requesters wishing to mail their marriage record requests must download and complete the marriage certificate application form. They must mail the completed application form, a photocopy of the applicant's valid photo ID, and the relevant fee to the following address:

Office of Vital Statistics
275 East Main Street, 1 E-A
Frankfort, KY 40621

Please note that checks or money orders should be payable to the "Office of Vital Statistics". Cash is not accepted, and fees are non-refundable.

Knox County Divorce Records

Eligible parties may acquire Knox County divorce certificates from the Kentucky Vital Statistics Office. They may submit their record requests online (through a state-approved vendor), in person, by drop box, or by mail.

Requesters intending to obtain certified divorce certificates from the Vital Statistics Office by mail must complete a divorce certificate application and supply a valid government-issued ID and payment (money order or check). Subsequently, they must mail the application packet to the office at the address above.

Knox Birth Records

The Kentucky Vital Statistics Office issues certified copies of birth certificates (records from 1911 to date) to residents of the Commonwealth, including Knox County.

Qualified individuals submitting a Knox County birth certificate request must include a copy of a valid government-issued ID, the completed application form, any additional proof of authorization required, and a signed check or money order ($10.00 per certified copy) made out to the Kentucky State Treasurer.

Knox Death Records

Eligible applicants may obtain certified copies of Knox County death certificates from the Kentucky Vital Statistics Office (records from 1911 to date). Those submitting record requests may mail a copy of accepted identification, the completed application form, and a signed check or money order (certificate fee) to:

Office of Vital Statistics
275 East Main Street, 1E-A
Frankfort, KY 40621

The Vital Statistics Office charges a nonrefundable $16.00 search fee (if a record is not found) or for a certified copy of a death certificate. Death certificates are vital for claiming life insurance, filing for Social Security benefits or a spouse's pension, remarrying, and changing financial accounts.

Knox County Probate Court Records

The Knox County District Court maintains probate records in the county. These documents relate to legal issues such as the administration of estates, guardianships, conservatorships, and other issues surrounding the distribution of a deceased person's assets.

Requesters may obtain probate records less than 15 years old from the Knox County Circuit Court Clerk's Office or search for records older than 15 years old at the State Records Center or the Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives (KDLA).

Knox County Property Records

The Knox County Clerk's Office is the custodian of Knox County property records. The office maintains detailed information on all previous real estate ownerships, transfers, and legal transactions. Such records comprise deeds, mortgages, liens, releases, assignments, and other instruments concerning land transactions. These documents offer information on ownership history, sales history, building permits, tax assessments, and property descriptions or survey maps.

Record searchers may access the records above through a county-authorized online vendor. The platform offers registered users access to digital images of recorded documents. However, making copies of documents from this site may attract a fee.

Alternatively, interested parties may visit the Knox County Clerk's office to view records free of charge using available public terminals. Individuals seeking certified copies or conducting comprehensive research are advised to contact the office for up-to-date fee schedules.

Knox County Court Records Online

Inquirers wishing to conduct a general search of Knox County court records may utilize the Court Case Records Search or Docket Search tools on the Kentucky Court of Justice's site. Third-party online databases like Kentuckycourtrecords.us may also offer favorable access to public Knox County court records. They provide a user-friendly interface where users may search for particular cases by inserting relevant details like case numbers, party names, or dates. These platforms often allow users to view and download court case information directly from their website, saving time and effort. However, such platforms operate independently of any government agency and may contain inaccurate or outdated information.