Jessamine County Court Records Search

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    Jessamine County, Kentucky, sits in the Bluegrass region just south of Lexington, with Nicholasville serving as its county seat. The county’s court system generates an ongoing record of criminal prosecutions, civil disputes, family law proceedings, and estate matters—documents that carry legal significance long after a case is resolved. Whether someone needs a certified copy of a divorce decree, wants to check the status of a probate filing, or is researching a criminal case history, knowing which office holds the records and exactly how to request them makes the process considerably more efficient.

    Locating court records in Kentucky starts with understanding the state’s court structure. KentuckyCourts.us is a useful reference point for identifying the correct court or clerk’s office for a particular type of case. In Jessamine County, the Office of Circuit Court Clerk is the primary custodian of records from all trial courts—including Circuit, District, and Family courts. In-person access, phone requests, and online tools are all available, depending on the age and type of the record being sought.

    How to Look Up a Court Case in Jessamine County?

    The main access point for Jessamine County court case records is the Office of Circuit Court Clerk, operated by Circuit Court Clerk Doug Fain. This single office handles records for all of the county’s trial courts.

    Jessamine County Court Complex — Office of Circuit Court Clerk

    Address: 107 North Main Street, Nicholasville, KY 40356
    Phone: (Circuit): (859) 885-4531 or (859) 887-1005
    Phone: (District): (859) 887-1005
    Fax: (859) 887-0425
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

    Online Case Access

    The Kentucky Court of Justice eCourts guest portal allows members of the public to search case information without creating an account. Users can search by case party name, case number, or date of birth. The portal covers cases from Circuit, District, and Family courts across the state, including Jessamine County.

    For appellate-level cases heard by the Kentucky Court of Appeals or Kentucky Supreme Court, the C-Track Public Access system provides a separate search interface.

    Payment Options

    The Jessamine County Circuit Court Clerk’s office accepts cash, certified checks, money orders, and credit or debit cards (with a processing fee). Cards are not accepted for bond payments. Online payments can also be made through the ePay system linked to the court portal.

    Older and Archived Records

    Records stored off-site at a state records facility can be requested by submitting the Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives (KDLA) request form to state.records@ky.gov or by calling (502) 564-3617. These archived records cannot be searched by name alone—you must provide a case or file locator number, which the Circuit Court Clerk can supply upon request.

    Are Court Records Public in Jessamine County?

    Kentucky law establishes a broad right of public access to government records, including court documents. The Kentucky Open Records Act, codified at KRS 61.870–61.884, requires public agencies to make non-exempt records available for inspection and copying upon request. A companion open government guide has been published by the Kentucky Attorney General’s Office explaining both the Open Records Act and the Open Meetings Act together.

    Certain categories of court records are excluded from public access, either by statute or by court order:

    • Sealed records — documents sealed by judicial order are not accessible without a court order lifting the seal
    • Expunged records — case files subject to expungement are removed from public view
    • Juvenile records — proceedings involving minors receive confidentiality protections under Kentucky law
    • Internal court deliberations — drafts and work products used by judges in the decision-making process are exempt
    • Records identifying victims or witnesses — information revealing the personal details of crime victims, complainants, or witnesses may be withheld
    • Court officials’ personal information — private personnel-type information about court employees is protected

    The Jessamine County Clerk’s Office has published its own Open Records Policy detailing the procedures and timelines for responding to public records requests under Kentucky law. All open records requests to the County Clerk must be submitted using the Request to Inspect Public Records form. Under the Act, agencies have five business days to respond to a request.

    Jessamine County Criminal Court Records

    Criminal cases in Jessamine County are divided between the Circuit Court and the District Court based on the severity of the offense.

    Court Jurisdiction by Offense Level

    CourtCase Types
    Circuit CourtFelonies, capital offenses, Class A and B felony indictments
    District CourtMisdemeanors, violations, traffic offenses, preliminary felony proceedings, juvenile matters

    The Kentucky Circuit Court serves as the court of general jurisdiction and handles all serious criminal matters. The Kentucky District Court is the court of limited jurisdiction, managing lesser offenses as well as the initial stages of felony cases before they are bound over to Circuit Court.

    Searching Criminal Case Records

    Criminal case dockets and case history are searchable through the Kentucky eCourts guest portal. Searches by party name or case number will return case status, charge information, and hearing dates for publicly accessible cases.

    For in-person access or certified copies of criminal case records, contact the Circuit Court Clerk’s office directly at (859) 885-4531.

    Arrest Records and Detention Information

    Arrest records and current inmate information are maintained separately from court records by the Jessamine County Sheriff’s Office, located at 201 North Main Street, Nicholasville, KY 40356. The Sheriff’s Office maintains records that are public information and can assist with inquiries about individuals in county custody. The Jessamine County Detention Center holds persons who have been arrested and are awaiting judicial proceedings.

    Jessamine County Civil Court Records

    Civil proceedings in Jessamine County—including contract disputes, personal injury claims, small claims, eviction actions, real property matters, and foreclosures—are filed in either the Circuit Court or the District Court depending on the amount in controversy and the type of claim.

    Finding Civil Case Records

    Civil case information is available through the Kentucky eCourts portal for cases with publicly accessible records. In-person access to the physical case file is available at the Circuit Court Clerk’s office at 107 North Main Street during regular business hours.

    Requesting Copies

    To request copies of civil court records from the Circuit Court Clerk:

    1. Contact the office at (859) 885-4531 to confirm the case location and availability
    2. Visit in person during business hours or submit a written request by mail
    3. Provide the case number, party names, and the type of document needed
    4. Pay applicable copy fees — accepted payments include cash, certified check, money order, and credit/debit card (fee applies)

    Property and Land Records

    Real estate instruments recorded in Jessamine County—including deeds, mortgages, tax liens, powers of attorney, and mechanics liens—are maintained by the Jessamine County Clerk. The Clerk’s legal records database, powered by eCCLIX, provides online access to indexed documents for most instrument types filed from 1966 to the present. Deeds, mortgages, and wills are indexed and scanned back to 6/30/1966; marriage records extend back to 1798. All public records are available for free viewing in person at the clerk’s office; access fees apply to the online eCCLIX platform.

    Clerk’s Office — Nicholasville
    Address: 101 North Main Street, Nicholasville, KY 40356
    Phone: (859) 885-4161
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

    Clerk’s Office — Wilmore
    Address: 210 South Lexington Avenue, Wilmore, KY 40390
    Phone: (859) 858-4411, ext. 108
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

    The Jessamine County Property Valuation Administrator maintains property assessment records and operates a separate online property search tool for tax and appraisal data.

    Jessamine County Family Court Records

    Family law matters in Jessamine County—covering divorce, child custody, child support, domestic violence, adoption, and termination of parental rights—are heard primarily in the Circuit Court, which has a dedicated Family Court division. The Circuit Court Clerk’s office maintains all filings and case records for these proceedings.

    Divorce Records

    Divorce decrees and related case documents are filed with and maintained by the Circuit Court Clerk. To request a certified copy of a divorce decree, contact the clerk at (859) 885-4531. Requests may be submitted in person at the Jessamine County Court Complex or by mail to 107 North Main Street, Nicholasville, KY 40356.

    For a divorce certificate (a state-issued document verifying that a divorce occurred), a separate application process is available through the Jessamine County Clerk. To obtain a certified copy of a divorce certificate from the County Clerk:

    1. Complete the Application for a Certified Copy of Marriage or Divorce Certificate
    2. Enclose a $6 fee as a money order or check payable to the Kentucky State Treasurer
    3. Submit the application in person or by mail to either clerk’s office location

    Marriage Records and Licenses

    Marriage licenses and records are issued and maintained by the Jessamine County Clerk’s Legal Department. Marriage records are indexed in the eCCLIX database back to 1798. To obtain a certified copy of a marriage certificate:

    1. Complete the Marriage or Divorce Certificate application form
    2. Include a $6 fee payable to the Kentucky State Treasurer
    3. Submit in person or by mail to either County Clerk office

    Birth and Death Records

    Certified copies of birth and death certificates are issued by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Office of Vital Statistics, not by the county courts or county clerk. The Jessamine County Health Department also facilitates access to vital records locally.

    Fees and request methods:

    • Birth certificates: $10.00 per certified copy (non-refundable search fee)
    • Death certificates: $6.00 per certified copy
    • Phone orders: Call (800) 241-8322

    For mail or in-person requests, submit a completed application with the applicable fee to:

    Vital Statistics — CHFS
    275 East Main Street, 1E-A
    Frankfort, KY 40621

    The Jessamine County Health Department at 210 East Walnut Street, Nicholasville, KY 40356 also provides local access to vital statistics services. Birth certificate applications and death certificate applications are available through the Health Department’s Vital Statistics page.

    Jessamine County Probate Court Records

    In Kentucky, probate matters are handled by the District Court, not a separate probate court. The Jessamine County District Court oversees the administration of estates, including proceedings to probate wills, appoint personal representatives, and resolve intestate succession. The Circuit Court Clerk’s office maintains all filings and records for these proceedings.

    Probate Jurisdiction and Case Types

    Probate-related cases heard in Jessamine County courts include:

    • Probate of wills and appointment of executors or administrators
    • Administration of intestate estates (decedents who died without a will)
    • Guardianships for minors and incapacitated adults
    • Conservatorships for individuals unable to manage their financial affairs
    • Name changes
    • Trust proceedings
    • Determination of heirs

    Searching Probate Records

    Probate case records are included in the Kentucky eCourts guest portal and can be searched by party name or case number. Because estate cases often involve the decedent’s name as the case title, searches should include the full name of the deceased person.

    The Jessamine County Clerk’s eCCLIX database also indexes wills recorded with the clerk back to 6/30/1966, which can be useful for locating older testamentary instruments.

    Requesting Probate Records

    To obtain copies of probate case documents, submit a Request to Inspect Public Records form to the County Clerk’s office, or contact the Circuit Court Clerk directly at (859) 885-4531. Either the Nicholasville office (101 North Main Street) or the Wilmore office (210 South Lexington Avenue) can assist with requests during regular business hours.

    Death certificates—frequently required to initiate estate proceedings—can be obtained through the Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics or locally through the Jessamine County Health Department, as described in the Family Court Records section above.