Taylor County Court Records Search
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Taylor County, Kentucky sits in the south-central part of the state, with Campbellsville as its county seat. The county's court system produces records across criminal, civil, family, and probate proceedings — documents that attorneys, legal researchers, employers, and members of the public use for everything from background checks and title research to litigation preparation and genealogical inquiry.
Court records are the official documentation of legal proceedings, created by the courts and preserved by the clerks who serve them. In Taylor County, these records include citations, indictments, pleadings, motions, orders, dockets, judgments, transcripts, and related filings from cases handled at every level of the local court system.
If you're looking for Taylor County court records, you'll typically start with the clerk's office or one of several available online tools. KentuckyCourts.us is a useful resource for identifying publicly available case information and connecting with relevant clerk offices across the state. You can also search through public access terminals at the courthouse and electronic portals operated by the Kentucky Court of Justice.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Taylor County?
Most Taylor County court record searches begin with the Office of Circuit Court Clerk, which manages records for the Circuit, Family, District, and Business courts operating in the county. Circuit Court Clerk Susie Skaggs oversees the Taylor County Judicial Center — the central location for all court-related record requests.
Taylor County Judicial Center — Office of Circuit Court Clerk
Address: 300 E. Main Street, Campbellsville, KY 42718
Phone: (270) 465-6686
Fax: (270) 789-4356
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (Closed Saturday and Sunday)
You can access case information through the following methods:
- In person: Visit the Judicial Center during business hours to inspect records or request copies. Staff can help you locate case files using a party name or case number.
- Online: The CourtNet 2.0 portal offers free guest access to civil and criminal case information statewide, including Taylor County cases. Search by case number or party name, and use the county filter to narrow results to Taylor County specifically.
- By email: If records are stored at the Kentucky State Records Center, you can request them by emailing a completed Record Request Form to state.records@ky.gov. You must include the case and file locator numbers — the State Records Center cannot search by name alone.
- Appellate records: Cases decided by the Kentucky Court of Appeals or the Supreme Court of Kentucky are searchable through C-Track Public Access, the appellate case search portal maintained by the Kentucky Court of Justice.
Record Storage and Retention
Where a record is physically stored depends on its age. Use this schedule to figure out where to look before making your request:
| Record Age | Storage Location |
|---|---|
| 0–15 years | Taylor County Judicial Center (Circuit Court Clerk) |
| 15–35 years | Kentucky State Records Center |
| 36+ years | Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives (KDLA) |
For records held by the Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives, follow the KDLA's instructions for the specific record type you need. In-state customers submitting research requests to the KDLA archives must include a $20.00 non-refundable search and copy fee, payable by check or money order to the Kentucky State Treasurer.
Are Court Records Public in Taylor County?
Kentucky law establishes a general right of access to court records. The Kentucky Open Records Act and the Administrative Office of the Courts' Open Records Policy together give citizens the right to inspect and obtain copies of court records for a reasonable fee. Both electronic and paper formats are typically available for Taylor County court records.
That said, not every document in a court file is open for public inspection. The following categories are exempt from disclosure under the AOC's Open Records Policy:
- Attorney work product generated while representing the Court of Justice
- Attorney-client communications
- Legal research and analysis prepared for judicial use
- Preliminary materials such as notes, outlines, memoranda, and draft reports
- Email addresses of justices, judges, and their staff
- Preliminary evaluations, investigations, audits, and compliance reviews not finalized for public release
Records involving juveniles, adoption proceedings, and certain mental health matters carry additional statutory protections and are not publicly accessible. Sealed records are also withheld from public view by court order. On-site inspection of records at the Judicial Center is free. Printed and certified copies are subject to fees set by the clerk's office.
Taylor County Criminal Court Records
Criminal proceedings in Taylor County run through two tiers depending on the severity of the offense. The Taylor County Circuit Court handles felony cases, while the District Court takes misdemeanors, traffic violations, and preliminary felony hearings.
Searching Criminal Court Records
Criminal case records filed in the Circuit and District Courts are searchable through the CourtNet 2.0 guest portal, which is free and open to anyone. Search by party name or case number at no cost. For certified copies or detailed file access, contact the Circuit Court Clerk's Office directly at (270) 465-6686 or visit the Judicial Center during business hours.
Arrest Records and Inmate Information
The Taylor County Detention Center maintains arrest records and current inmate information. You can search the online inmate roster — available through the Detention Center's website under "Current Inmates" — by name or by scrolling the full roster list.
Taylor County Detention Center
Address: 120 South Central Avenue, Campbellsville, KY 42718
Phone: (270) 789-1909
Fax: (270) 465-0710
Email: captainburress@taylorcounty.us
For older or archived criminal case files, follow the records storage schedule above and submit requests to either the State Records Center or KDLA depending on the case age. When requesting from the State Records Center, include the case and file locator numbers — obtainable from the Circuit Court Clerk — on the completed Record Request Form.
Criminal History Restrictions
Certain criminal records are off-limits to the general public under Kentucky law and court order. Expunged records, sealed case files, and juvenile criminal records fall into this category. Keep in mind that CourtNet 2.0 reflects open public records only and may not show complete criminal history information for every individual.
Taylor County Civil Court Records
Civil jurisdiction in Taylor County is divided between the Circuit Court and the District Court based on the dollar amount of the dispute:
| Court | Civil Jurisdiction |
|---|---|
| Taylor County Circuit Court | Civil matters exceeding $5,000 |
| Taylor County District Court | Civil matters of $5,000 or less (including small claims) |
Searching Civil Records
Civil case records are searchable online through CourtNet 2.0 by party name or case number. Select "Taylor" in the county filter to focus results on local filings. The portal returns docket entries, case status, party names, and judgment information for publicly accessible civil cases.
If you need copies of specific civil documents — pleadings, motions, judgments, or liens — visit the Circuit Court Clerk's Office in person at the Judicial Center or call (270) 465-6686. For cases stored at the State Records Center, you can also email state.records@ky.gov with the completed Record Request Form.
Property Records
Deeds, mortgages, and liens are maintained by the Taylor County Clerk's Recording Department — a separate office from the Circuit Court Clerk. These records are available for in-person review Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., and Saturday, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., at the Taylor County Clerk's Office:
Address: 203 North Court Street, Campbellsville, KY 42718
Phone: (270) 465-6677
Fax: (270) 789-1144
Email: tcclerk@taylorcounty.us
Plain copies cost $0.25 per page; certified copies carry a $5.00 flat fee. The County Clerk's office also provides online access to property records through its Document Search portal, searchable by name, book number, recording date, page number, instrument date, or book name.
Taylor County Family Court Records
Family Court in Kentucky operates as a division of the Circuit Court under KRS § 23A.100, which gives it jurisdiction over dissolution of marriage, child custody, visitation, spousal support and maintenance, equitable distribution of property, domestic violence matters, adoption, and paternity proceedings. All Taylor County Family Court records are maintained by the same Circuit Court Clerk's Office that handles criminal and civil filings.
Divorce Records
Divorce filings and related documents — petitions, decrees, custody orders, and support agreements — are filed with the Circuit Court Clerk and are searchable through CourtNet 2.0 by case number or party name. In-person requests at the Judicial Center are accepted during regular business hours. Staff will calculate copy or search fees once a record is located.
Marriage Records
Marriage licenses are issued by the Taylor County Clerk's Office, and records are available from 1980 onward through the Clerk's online database. You can search by name, book number, page number, date, instrument type, or book name. In-person access is available Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., and Saturday, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Plain copy fees are $0.25 per page; certified copies cost a $5.00 flat fee.
Birth and Death Records
Birth and death records for Taylor County residents are maintained by the Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics (OVS), a division of the Cabinet for Health and Family Services.
| Vital Record | Fee | Available From |
|---|---|---|
| Birth Certificate | $10.00 per certificate | On file through OVS |
| Death Certificate | $6.00 per certificate | On file from 1911 to present |
Birth certificates can be ordered in person, by mail, by phone, or online through a third-party vendor authorized by the OVS (additional vendor fees apply). Mail requests require a completed Birth Certificate Application Form with payment by check or money order sent to:
Office of Vital Statistics
275 E. Main Street, 1E-A
Frankfort, KY 40621
Death certificate requests follow the same general procedure using the Death Certificate Application Form. OVS in-person service is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., with same-day service guaranteed only for arrivals before 3:45 p.m.
Domestic Violence Matters
Domestic violence petitions and emergency protective orders are filed through the Taylor County Circuit/Family Court. The Circuit Court Clerk's Office processes these filings. If you need safety resources or legal assistance, the clerk's office can direct you to appropriate local agencies.
Taylor County Probate Court Records
Probate proceedings in Taylor County — including estate administration, will validations, conservatorships, and guardianships — fall within the jurisdiction of the Circuit Court and are handled through the Taylor County Judicial Center. All probate filings are managed by the Office of Circuit Court Clerk.
Searching Probate Records
Probate case records are publicly accessible through CourtNet 2.0 by searching a decedent's name or case number. The portal returns case docket information, party listings, and filing status for open probate matters. For closed or archived probate files, the same retention schedule applies: cases between 15 and 35 years old are at the State Records Center; older records are held by the KDLA.
Requesting Probate Documents
To obtain copies of probate documents, you can:
- Visit the Taylor County Judicial Center in person at 300 E. Main Street, Campbellsville, KY 42718, during business hours and request the specific probate file by case name or number.
- Call the Circuit Court Clerk's Office at (270) 465-6686 to confirm the record's location and availability before making the trip.
- Email the State Records Center at state.records@ky.gov with a completed Record Request Form for cases stored off-site — make sure to include the case and file locator numbers, which you can get from the Circuit Court Clerk.
- Contact KDLA directly for records older than 35 years, following the procedures on the KDLA records request page.
Copy fees for probate records follow the same schedule as other court documents. The clerk's office will calculate the applicable fees once a record has been identified and pulled. Certified copies are available for a $5.00 flat fee per document.