Scott County Arrest Records

Scott County arrest records are official recordings of arrests conducted within the county. The record may provide information on arrest events, such as the arrestee's name, charges, arrest date, location, and booking date.

Arrests are necessary legal procedures for apprehending persons suspected of violating state or federal laws. Peace officers can legally conduct arrests with or without the aid of an arrest warrant. There are also instances where officers conduct arrests to prevent potential crimes. Arrestees may be detained in the county jail, depending on circumstances such as the crime severity.

Scott County’s local law enforcement agencies are primarily responsible for creating arrest records. The agencies also double as record custodians and may release the records to interested parties. For instance, inquirers may obtain arrest records from the county sheriff’s office.

Arrest information is an important component of most crime-related public files, such as inmate records and criminal background checks. Scott County court records may also contain arrest information, such as warrants, bond amounts, and arrest charge descriptions.

Are Arrest Records Public in Scott County?

Under Kentucky’s Open Record Act, most arrest records created in Scott County are classified as public documents. This means the public can legally inspect and get the records from designated government entities. In turn, the custodian agencies must disclose the record to requesters that meet the legal requirements. The requirements may include the provision of a request form, valid ID, or copy fees.

However, not all arrest records are accessible to the public. Kentucky state laws prevent public access to records, which may violate the privacy or safety of concerned parties. Exempt arrest records in Scott County may include the following:

• Arrest information that may reveal the identity of informants.
• Crime scene photographs that may reveal killing, death, or sexual assault.

Scott County Arrest Statistics

The Kentucky State Police creates an annual statistics report for reported arrest events in the state. According to the 2022 arrest report, Scott County’s law enforcement agencies documented 4,064 arrests. The report covers arrests for crimes like arson, bribery, disorderly conduct, and homicide.

However, there are no county-level statistics for inmates incarcerated in the state jails. Kentucky correctional facilities housed 19,309 inmates as of January 15, 2024.

Find Scott County Arrest Records

Interested parties can find arrest records by using resources provided by government agencies. For instance, the county sheriff’s office is an official custodian of arrest records. To obtain records from the agency, inquirers must submit a request in person at this address:

120 North Hamilton Street
Georgetown, KY 40324
Phone: (502) 863-7855

Alternatively, inquirers can find arrest information in inmate records. Inmate records typically feature arrest data like the arrestee’s name, physical-identifying features, charges, booking information, bond amount, and arresting agency name. That being said, inmate records are under the purview of local, state, or federal agencies. At the local level, the Scott County Detention Center hosts an online inmate roster for finding recently arrested persons. Inquirers must input the inmate’s name to find records on the portal.

The Kentucky Department of Corrections, via the Offender Lookup portal, provides access to inmate records. To view records on the portal, inquirers may input the following data:

• Inmate’s first and last name
• Offender type
• DOC number
• Crime date.

Likewise, the Federal Bureau of Prisons maintains a searchable portal for inmates held in federal penal institutions. Inquirers using the portal can view arrest information by typing in the inmate's name or prison number.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

In Scott County, arrest records will remain visible in public files unless they are sealed or expunged. The Kentucky Clean Slate Act automatically expunges dismissed arrest charges. However, you must file the appropriate form to expunge criminal conviction records.

Who is eligible to expunge or seal arrest records in Scott County?

You can expunge arrest records under the following conditions:

• The arrest charges were dismissed.
• The charges were dismissed with or without prejudice.
• You were convicted of a misdemeanor offense.
• You were convicted of a felony D offense.
• You received a pardon from the governor.

Scott County Arrest Warrants

Scott County arrest warrants authorize the arrest of persons suspected of breaking the law. Under Kentucky state laws, court magistrates may issue arrest warrants for the following reasons:

• There is sufficient evidence that the defendant committed a violent crime
• There is a potential risk to life or property.
• The peace officer seeking the warrant has received the approval of a supervising officer.
• The peace officer seeking the warrant with the county or commonwealth attorney.

Per Rule RCr 2.06, arrest warrants issued in Scott County must contain these details:

• The defendant’s name or physical identifying features like height, race, age, eye color, and gender.
• Arrest charges and description.
• A court statement that the defendant must be arrested and brought before the court.
• Court official’s signature.

Do Scott County Arrest Warrants Expire?

In Scott County, arrest warrants do not have an expiration date. The records remain valid until the record subject is arrested or the court nullifies them. Note that the statute of limitations does not impact the validity of arrest warrants.

Interested parties can look up active warrants through the county sheriff’s office or the court that issued the document.