Scott County
Scott County began in 1792 and is located in the Bluegrass Region of the state. The county is named after Charles Scott, who was a hero during the Revolutionary War and served as Kentucky's fourth governor. It spans 282.2 square miles, with a population of 57,286 residents, as of 2022. Georgetown, the state's largest city, serves as the seat of the county.
Scott County's judiciary is organized into District and Circuit Courts to address the legal needs of its residents. The Circuit Court has general jurisdiction over major cases, including felonies, capital crimes, lesser-included offenses, land title disputes, civil claims up to $5,000, and probate disputes. It also serves as an appellate court for cases decided in the District Court and Administrative Agencies. It has a Family Division that handles divorces, child custody, child support, adoptions, and other domestic relations matters. On the other hand, the District Court has limited jurisdictions over misdemeanors, preliminary hearings for felonies or capital criminal cases, traffic violations, civil cases with claims less than $5,000, small claims, and local ordinance violations
Scott County court records are generally accessible under Kentucky's Open Records Act. These records provide valuable insights into legal proceedings and they include details such as complaints, petitions, motions, orders, and judgments. However, sensitive documents involving juveniles and certain family law matters are exempt from public disclosure due to privacy concerns. The following are common court records in Scott County:
- Criminal case records
- Civil case records
- Traffic violation records
- Probate case records
- Domestic relations records
To obtain court records, individuals can contact the Scott County Clerk's Office via mail, phone, or by visiting in person at:
119 North Hamilton Street
Georgetown, KY 40324
Phone: (502) 863-0474
They can also search for records using case number or litigant name through Kentucky's statewide court record portal, CourtNet 2.0. While limited records are available for free online, copying fees typically apply. Additionally, obtaining certified copies may incur extra charges beyond the standard $0.50 per page for physical records.
