Oldham County Court Records

Oldham County court records include both administrative and case records. They refer to recordings, papers, documents, and discs received, created, or in the custody of the clerk, a court, court agency, or AOC about the court's administration or a particular case. Some of these records can be viewed online using the CourtNet 2.0 portal. They contain information like the case parties’ names, case number, arraignment date and time, and case title. Access to this information helps foster public trust in the Oldham County judicial system. It also enhances transparency in legal proceedings.

Are Court Records Public in Oldham County?

Yes. The Kentucky Open Records Act and the Administrative Office of the Courts Open Records Policy govern the public disclosure of court records. Anyone in Oldham County can submit requests to view or copy records maintained by the Circuit or District Court during business hours. The Kentucky Law required the courts to release such records upon receipt of the request. However, such a court may deny access if the desired record is considered confidential. Generally, court records like adoption, juvenile, medical, attorney work products, legal research and analysis, and records protected by attorney/client privilege are not available to the public.

Oldham County Court Records Search

Residents of Oldham County can conduct a court record search in the following ways:

• Submitting a request by mail
• Free access online through the CourtNet 2.0
• Visiting the courthouse during business hours
• By sending an email to state.records@ky.gov
• Paid access online through the KDLA Records Ordering System

Oldham County Courts

Oldham County District and Circuit Courts are located at the address below:

Oldham County Courthouse
6822 Central Avenue
Crestwood, KY 40014
Circuit: (502) 222-9837
District Civil: (502) 222-5621
District Traffic: (502) 222-0522
Fax: (502) 222-3047

Oldham County Criminal Records

The Kentucky Administrative Office of the Courts issues Oldham County criminal records to its customers through the following methods:

• Online: Customers can request civil court records online using the FastCheck or One-Time Request option.
• By mail: Submit a Criminal Record Request Form with a check or money order or $25 to the Office at:

Administrative Office of the Courts
Records Unit
1001 Vandalay Drive
Frankfort, KY 40601

• In-person: Visit the Office's drive-thru window from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., to obtain copies of criminal records. When the record is found, the requester must pay a fee in the form of a money order, check, or credit/debit card (such as American Express, Visa, Discover, and MasterCard). Card payments attract an extra fee.

On the other hand, Oldham county arrest records are typically held and disseminated by the county sheriff’s office as well as other members of law enforcement.

Get Oldham County Civil Court Records

The Circuit and District courts both handle civil cases in Oldham County. The Circuit Court specifically has general jurisdiction over civil matters exceeding $5,000, while the District Court has limited jurisdiction over civil cases lesser than $5,000. Individuals can visit any of these courts during business hours to obtain copies of civil court records. Plain copies of these records cost $0.25, while certified copies cost $5. Record seekers unable to visit the courthouse can submit a request online using the CourtNet 2.0 or by emailing a Record Request Form to state.records@ky.gov.

Civil court records can also be retrieved from the Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives (KDLA). Customers can use the Records Ordering System to obtain copies of their records electronically for a fee ($20 for in-state customers, $25 for out-of-state customers, and a processing fee of $1.50). Alternatively, they can mail a Civil Case Record Request Form and the fee of $10 or $15 in the form of a check or money order to the KDLA. The record will be ready between 4 and 6 weeks. All mail requests should be sent to:

Archives Research Room
Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives
P.O. Box 537
300 Coffee Tree Road
Frankfort, KY 40602

Oldham County Marriage Records

The Oldham County Clerk is responsible for issuing certified copies of marriage records. Interested persons can visit any of the office locations during business hours to submit a request. They may be asked to complete a form or provide a name or marriage date to process the request. A fee will be required before the record is released.

The Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics (OVS) provides copies of Oldham County marriage records from June 1958 to the present. Certified copies ordered through mail, dropbox, or in person cost $6 each, and additional copies cost $6 each. However, online copies attract additional fees, payable by credit cards or checks. Mail requests should include a completed Marriage and Divorce Application (English or Spanish) Form and the appropriate fees.

Residents can obtain Oldham County marriage certificates older than 1958 from the Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives (KDLA). Individuals can find them online through the Records Ordering System or by mail by submitting a Marriage Record Request Form. Although online orders are more comfortable, they are pricey compared to orders made through the mail.

Oldham County Divorce Records

The Circuit Court Family Division handles all divorce cases in Oldham County. Records of these cases are available to residents by email or in person at the courthouse. If the divorce occurred about 15 to 35 years ago, record seekers could send a Record Request Form to state.records@ky.gov to request copies of such records. In-person requests should be made from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics (OVS) has records of divorces from June 1958 to the present day. Orders can be placed online, by phone, Dropbox, mail, or in person. Upon receiving an application and the appropriate fees, the Office will search for the divorce records. If the divorce record is on file, it will be delivered by mail to the requester.

Older divorce records can be retrieved online or by mail at the Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives (KDLA). Online requests can be made through the Records Ordering System for $20 for in-state customers, $25.00 for out-of-state customers, and a processing fee of $1.50. Mail requesters should submit a Divorce Record Request Form and a fee of $10 for in-state customers and $15 for out-of-state customers. Additional copies cost 25¢ per photocopy and 50¢ per microfilm copy.

Oldham Birth and Death Records

The Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics (OVS) offers Oldham County vital records to members of the public upon request. Requests can be made online, by phone, dropbox, mail, or in person for a fee. The Office charges $6 for certified copies of death certificates and $6 each for additional copies. Certified copies of Oldham County birth certificates cost $10, and further copies cost $10 each. A valid ID must be provided when ordering birth or death certificates.

Online and phone orders are done through an approved third-party vendor. Customers must pay additional fees for this service using their credit cards (Visa, Discover, MasterCard, or American Express) or checks.

Mail customers should download and complete the Birth (English or Spanish) or Death (English or Spanish) Certificate Application Form from the website. Afterward, they should send the form and a check or money order for the standard fee to the Office. Mail requests are processed in 30 working days.

In-person customers can visit the Office from Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., to obtain copies of birth or death certificates. They can fill out blank application forms provided on Dropbox at the visitor entrance or speak to the staff to assist them. The Office provides same-day services to customers who submit their requests before 3:45 p.m. at:

Vital Statistics Branch (DPH)
275 E. Main St. 1E-A
Frankfort, KY 40621
Phone: (502) 564-4212

The Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives (KDLA) also allows individuals to order birth and death certificates from 1852 to 1910. Orders can be made online using the Records Ordering System. Users should select the appropriate record, click the Next button, and follow the prompts. These orders cost $20.00 for in-state customers, $25.00 for out-of-state customers, and a processing fee of $1.50. Record seekers can also mail a Birth or Death Record Request Form to the Archives Research Room. The form should be accompanied by a check or money order in the appropriate fees.

Oldham County Probate Court Records

The District and Circuit Courts have jurisdiction over probate cases and consider them part of Oldham County public records. Most of these cases can be viewed online using the CourtNet 2.0 portal. Users should log in as guests and conduct a search by case or party/business name. Alternatively, requesters can visit the courthouse during business hours to submit a request. Copies of probate court records cost a non-refundable fee.

Older probate court cases can be copied online or in person at the Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives (KDLA). Requesters can use the Records Ordering System to submit a request. This service is not free like the CourtNet 2.0 portal. Individuals can mail a completed Probate/Will Record Request Form to the KDLA to retrieve probate court records. A fee of $10 for in-state customers and $15 for out-of-state customers in the form of a check or money should be included in the mail package.

Oldham County Property Records

Copies of property records are available to members of the public at any of the Oldham County Clerk’s office locations. Individuals would have to visit during business hours to get such records. They must provide basic information about the property to locate the appropriate records. The record staff might allow them to view property information on the computers for free, but copies of records come with a fee. Alternatively, requesters can use the online search tool on the Clerk’s website to view their desired record.

Oldham County Court Records Online

Interested persons can use third-party sites like Kentuckycourtrecords.us to access court records. They must provide a name or case number to locate the specific record. Most third-party sites return basic court information for free but charge fees for detailed records. Users of these sites should do due diligence in verifying information with official legal channels to ensure credibility.