Taylor County Court Records

The Administrative Office of the Courts Open Records Policy defines court records as papers, recordings, documents, or discs generated by a Taylor County court in connection with a specific case. These records contain important information such as the parties' names, case numbers, charges, dispositions, and hearing details. They serve as a reliable resource for lawyers in developing case strategies, conducting negotiations, and ensuring compliance with legal standards.

Are Court Records Public in Taylor County?

Yes. The Kentucky Open Records Act and the Administrative Office of the Courts' Open Records Policy give citizens the right to obtain copies of court records upon payment of a reasonable fee. Taylor County Circuit and District Courts tend to make their records available to requesters electronically and in paper format. However, the courts can withhold certain court records from members of the public because of their confidential nature. The following court records are exempt from public disclosure:

• Attorney work products
• Legal research and analysis
• Attorney/client privilege communications
• Email addresses of justices, judges, and their staff
• Preliminary materials such as notes, outlines, and memoranda
• Preliminary and draft reports, evaluations, documents, investigations, records, and audits or compliance reviews.

Taylor County Court Records Search

Individuals may obtain Taylor County court records online, via email, or by visiting the courthouse. Requesters are generally expected to supply party names or case numbers to help staff facilitate the search. On-site inspection is free, but the clerk's office charges a nominal fee for printed or certified copies.

Taylor County Courts

The Taylor County court system comprises the Circuit and District Courts, which are located at the same address:

Taylor County Courthouse
300 E. Main St.
Campbellsville, KY 42718
Phone: (270) 465-6686
Fax: (270) 789-4356

Taylor County Criminal and Civil Records

Taylor County criminal records are accessible online and in person at the Detention Center. To request them online, visit the Center's website and click "CURRENT INMATES" on the left navigation pane. Afterward, enter a name in the search box or scroll through the inmate lists to view Taylor County arrest records for free. In-person customers may visit the Detention Center during business hours at the address below:

Taylor County Detention Center
120 South Central Avenue
Campbellsville, Ky. 42718
Phone: (270) 789-1909
Fax: (270) 465-0710
Email: captainburress@taylorcounty.us

The Taylor County Circuit Court hears civil matters over $5,000, while the District Court is the court of limited jurisdiction that handles civil cases involving $5,000 or less. Record seekers can obtain copies of these civil cases by email at state.records@ky.gov or in person at the courthouse. Email requesters must attach a completed Record Request Form to their request. They can also view civil information online through the CourtNet 2.0 portal. A name or case number is required to conduct the search.

Taylor County Marriage Records

Individuals may view or obtain copies of marriage records from 1980 at the Taylor County Clerk's Office. They can use the online database or visit the office Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Users will need to provide a name, book number, page number, date, instrument type, or book name to locate Taylor County marriage records on the database. Plain copies of Taylor County marriage certificates cost $0.25 per page, while certified copies cost a $5 flat fee.

Taylor County Divorce Records

Interested members of the public may view Taylor County divorce information online using the CourtNet 2.0. Users may conduct a search by case or party. Selecting "Taylor" in the county search box will help streamline the search. Alternatively, requesters can visit the Taylor County Circuit Court Clerk's office during business hours to obtain copies of divorce records. They may be required to complete a request form on arrival. The staff will use the information on the form to conduct the search. Once the record is located, the copying or search fee will be calculated. The fee must be paid for the record to be released.

Taylor County Birth Records

Taylor County vital records, including birth records, may be accessed online, by fax, phone, mail, or in person at the Office of Vital Statistics (OVS). Copies of Taylor County birth certificates cost $10 US per certificate. The OVS partners with a third-party vendor to issue these certificates online, by fax, and by phone. The vendor charges an additional fee for processing the request. Mail requesters must send a completed Birth Certificate Application Form and the standard fee in the form of a money order or check to:

Office of Vital Statistics
275 E. Main St., 1E-A
Frankfort, KY 40621

In-person customers should visit the office Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Same-day services are only guaranteed to those who arrive before 3:45 p.m. Requesters can also use the blank applications in the drop box installed at the visitor entrance.

Taylor County Death Records

The Office of Vital Statistics (OVS) has Taylor County death records on file from 1911 till date. Upon receiving a Death Certificate Application Form and a fee of $6, the OVS will search for death records. A certified copy will be mailed to the customer if the record is on file. Requesters can also visit the office during business hours to obtain copies of Taylor County death certificates. Those who cannot make mail or in-person requests can retrieve death records online, by fax, or by phone through the approved third-party vendor.

Taylor County Probate Court Records

Residents can view or copy probate court records online, by email, or in person because they are part of Taylor County public records. They can email a Record Request Form to the State Records Center at state.records@ky.gov. Free access to probate court records is possible online through the CourtNet 2.0. A search can be conducted by name or case number. The Taylor County Office of Circuit Court Clerk attends to in-person probate court record requests from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Copies of such records typically attract a small fee.

Taylor County Property Records

The Taylor County Clerk has a Recording Department that maintains property records like mortgages, deeds, and liens. These records may be obtained at the Department from Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and on Saturday, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Copies cost $0.25 per page, and certified copies cost $5. The Department also provides access to property records online through the Document Search portal. The search parameters are name, book number, recording date, page number, instrument date, or book name.

Taylor County Court Records Online

Taylor County court records are also accessible online through third-party websites like Kentuckycourtrecords.us. These platforms allow users to conveniently search for court information by entering a party name or any information related to the case. While basic case details are free, accessing complete reports typically requires the payment of a fee.