Pulaski County Court Records

Pulaski County Court Records refer to all files, documents, and transcripts created concerning legal proceedings and maintained by a court within the county. These documents include motions, orders, judgments, pleadings, and all other materials that may have been submitted during a court case. In Pulaski County, Kentucky, the designated custodian of all court records is primarily the Pulaski County Circuit Court Clerk. The clerk is typically responsible for maintaining and managing access to these records.

The importance of Pulaski County court records cannot be over-emphasized as they serve as crucial historical, legal, and administrative documents. Court records in Pulaski help to ensure transparency as they document details of legal proceedings, including civil disputes, criminal trials, and probate cases. By allowing this much openness, the public can easily track court outcomes and also verify legal accountability which ultimately contributes to public trust in the legal system.

Pulaski County Court Records are also vital in land and genealogical research; this reveals historical details about family ties, property ownership, and local developments.

Are Court Records Public in Pulaski County?

According to the Kentucky Open Records Act, Pulaski County, Kentucky, court records are considered public records and open to public access and review. However, certain records are considered confidential in Pulaski County and are not open to public review or scrutiny. Such records include records that may have been expunged or records whose content is considered too sensitive for public access. Below is a list of such records:

• Juvenile records
• Adoption records
• Divorces
• Expunged records
• Records relating to ongoing investigations, amongst others.

Pulaski County Court Records Search

To access Pulaski County Court Records, interested parties can go through any of the following avenues:

• Originating court
• County Circuit Court Clerk
• Kentucky Court of Justice online tool
• Reputable third-party sites

Pulaski County Courts

The Pulaski County Court system comprises a single Circuit and District Court. The Pulaski County District Court is typically in charge of more minor cases, including civil and criminal ones. The Circuit court, on the other hand, holds comprehensive authority over all civil and criminal matters in the county. The circuit court handles matters that exceed the district court's jurisdiction. Below is a directory of all courts in Pulaski County, together with their respective addresses:

Pulaski County Circuit Court
Pulaski County Court of Justice
50 Public Square
P.O. Box 664
Somerset, KY 42502
Phone: (606) 677-4029

Pulaski County District Court
Pulaski County Judicial Center
50 Public Square
P.O. Box 664
Somerset, KY 42502
Phone: (606) 677-4029

Pulaski County Criminal Records

Pulaski County Criminal Records refer to official documents detailing an individual's criminal history within the county. The sheriff's office and the state law enforcement agency typically maintain Pulaski County arrest and criminal records. The Kentucky State Police (KSP) and the Kentucky Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) grant public access to criminal background reports across Kentucky.

The Kentucky State Police allows for both fingerprint-based and name-based background checks in Pulaski County. Name-based requests can be made by any individual or organization provided they have consent from the subject of the searched record. On the other hand, fingerprint-based checks are only accessible to authorized agencies and individuals with a criminal record. It is worth noting that name-based background checks do not require fingerprints but should be submitted via mail by making use of any of the forms below, depending on the purpose:

• Request for Conviction Records – Housing
• Request for Conviction Records – Employment
• Request for Conviction Records – Emigration

Each record search request requires a fee of $20, payable via check or money order. Researchers interested in fingerprint-based use should refer to the "Changes to Fingerprint Check" section of the KSP website for further instructions. The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) also grants public access to criminal background checks at a fee ranging from $20 to $25. These requests can be submitted in person, via mail, or online.

It is worth noting that the AOC offers two options for online background checks, they include:

• AOCFastCheck
• One-Time-Request

Regardless of the option chosen by the researcher, it is advised that all required details are provided to obtain the records.

For requesters who prefer mail-in or in-person submissions, such applicants must complete the AOC-RU-004 form. For the request to be considered valid, it should contain payment, a valid means of identification and should be submitted to the address below:

Administrative Office of the Courts
Records Unit
1001 Vandalay Drive
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: (502) 573-1682

Accepted forms of payment include Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Additionally, checks or money orders payable to the Kentucky State Treasurer may be used for payments.

Get Pulaski County Civil Court Records

Pulaski County Civil Court Records are managed and maintained by the custodian, who serves as the Pulaski County Circuit Court Clerk. The clerk's office maintains civil dispute case records, including lawsuits, property disputes, contracts, probate records, and family matters such as child custody or divorce.

Individuals interested in obtaining Pulaski County Civil Court records can do so by paying a physical visit to the county clerk's office provided at the address below, making an online request, or simply sending the request via mail. It is worth noting that for any request to be considered valid either when sent via mail or by physical visit, such request must contain a government-issued I.D. of the requester, details of the case (such as case name, party names, and dates) and payment based on the fee schedule provided by the clerk.

100 North Main Street
Somerset, KY 42502
P.O. Box 739
Somerset, KY 42502

Alternatively, interested parties can use the remote access tool, the CourtNet portal provided by the Kentucky Court of Justice. Via the remote tool, individuals interested in Pulaski County Civil Court Records can conveniently search for the desired records either as a guest or as a registered member of the tool. It is worth noting that all civil records that are considered confidential would not be available on this database.

Pulaski County Marriage Records

Pulaski County Marriage Records are managed and maintained by the Pulaski County Clerk's Office. As such, individuals interested in obtaining a copy of a marriage record, such individuals are to submit a written request which includes the following details to the clerk's office at the address given earlier:

• Full names of the couple
• Date and location where the marriage took place
• Researcher's name and contact details
• The mailing address for receiving the records
• Number of copies needed

All written requests can be submitted to the clerk's office during regular office hours, Monday through Friday (8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).

Alternatively, researchers can obtain copies of marriage certificates from the Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics. To obtain copies, a researcher should complete the Application for a Certified Copy of Marriage/Divorce Certificate form and submit the completed form together with payment and a valid I.D., either in person or by mail to the address given below:

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

It is worth noting that each copy of a certified copy costs $6 and is payable via check or money order to the Kentucky State Treasurer.

Pulaski County Divorce Records

Pulaski County Divorce records are part of the records managed and maintained by the county clerk's office. Subsequently, individuals interested in obtaining divorce records are to submit an official written request to the clerk's office at the address given earlier. Each request should contain the following details to ensure proper record keeping and also to assist in the search for the desired record.

• Full names of the divorced couple
• Date of the divorce
• Location of the divorce
• Full name and contact details of the requester
• Mailing address of the requester
• Number of copies being requested

Additionally, requesters can obtain Pulaski County Divorce records from the Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics. The Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics processes certified copies of divorce records from June 1958 to the present. Requesters interested in this approach should use the Application for a Certified Copy of Marriage/Divorce Certificate. Once completed, the form can be submitted to the address provided earlier; however, it is worth noting that each request should contain the appropriate payment and a valid I.D. of the requester.

Pulaski County Birth and Death Records

Pulaski County Birth Records are held and managed by the Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics, which includes birth records from as far back as 1911 to the present. Individuals interested in obtaining a certified birth record should complete the Application for a Certified Copy of Birth Certificate. Upon completion, requesters are then to submit the completed form with proof of relationship with the subject of the record, a valid form of I.D., and payment for the service to the Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics, as provided earlier. It is worth noting that a copy of Pulaski Birth records costs $10 each and can be paid either by card or money order.

Similarly, Pulaski Death records are held and managed by the Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics. The Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics holds death records dating as far back as 1911. Subsequently, interested parties can obtain certified copies of Pulaski County death records by simply requesting them from the office. This is done by completing the Application for a Certified Copy of Birth Certificate form; the completed form, together with a proof of relationship between the requester and the subject of the record, valid proof of payment, and payment for the record, should then be submitted to the Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics at the address provided earlier.

Pulaski County Probate Court Records

In Pulaski County, the Pulaski Circuit Court handles probate cases, including matters related to the administration of estates, conservatorship, and guardianships. The Circuit Court Clerk maintains and manages Pulaski County Probate Court Records, from which interested individuals can request the records. Interested parties can request Pulaski County Probate court Records either in person at the Clerk's Office at the address provided earlier or via mail-in request. It is worth noting that each request should contain details of the record being sought.

Alternatively, the Kentucky Court of Justice offers remote access to probate court records; interested parties can search for records either as a guest or a registered user of the remote tool.

Pulaski County Property Records

Pulaski County Property Records refer to vital documents detailing the county's ownership, property transfer, and other relevant real estate transactions. Property records include, but are not limited to, land records such as mortgages, deeds, and wills. The county Clerk's Office and the Property Valuation Administrator primarily manage the property records.

Property records can be accessed on the Pulaski County Clerk's website, and individuals interested in obtaining certified copies of these records should pay a physical visit or request the records via mail. All requests should be directed to the clerk's address as provided earlier.

On the other hand, the PVA is responsible for assessing property values within the county for tax purposes. Individuals interested in obtaining Pulaski County property records can equally request such records either via mail or in person at the PVA address given below:

Pulaski County PVA
100 N. Main Street, Room 201
Somerset, KY 42501
Phone: (606) 679-1812

Pulaski County Court Records Online

Remote third-party platforms such as kentuckycourtrecords.us also offer a convenient way to access Pulaski County Records. These platforms allow individuals to retrieve details about various Pulaski County records from the comfort of their homes. The easy-to-use interfaces make navigating these tools accessible and swift for researchers.

However, it is worth noting that these platforms exist as independent entities and are not affiliated with any government agency. As such, users should treat information obtained from these platforms with caution and, when necessary, verify these details through official channels.