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Cumberland County Justice Center closed

The Cumberland County Justice Center is inaccessible due to flooding. For more information, visit the Cumberland County webpage or call the Office of Circuit Court Clerk at 270-864-2611.

Supreme Court and State Law Library Temporary Location Information

The Supreme Court of Kentucky's Capitol offices, the Supreme Court Clerk's Office and the State Law Library opened at their temporary home at 669 Chamberlin Ave. in late June 2025 after moving from the Capitol. The Capitol is closing for a multiyear renovation. More information is available on the Supreme Court webpage.

Civil filing fees increase effective July 1

Civil filing fees in circuit and district courts will increase effective July 1, 2026, per Supreme Court Administrative Order 2026-15.

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Marking 50 YearsThe 1976 Judicial Article unified Kentucky’s courts into a single statewide system. The reform was widely viewed as progressive for its time and continues to serve as a model for state court systems across the nation.Click here to learn more about our history

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Arrest Warrant and Jury Scam AlertKentuckians are urged to protect themselves against fraudsters who impersonate court personnel and law enforcement officers looking to steal their personal information and money. Click here to watch a video

Kentucky's Behavioral Health LiaisonsBehavioral Health Liaisons are reshaping Kentucky’s justice system by connecting individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders and developmental disabilities with the care and support they need.Click here to watch a video

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Behavioral Health Conditional Dismissal ProgramThe BHCDP is transforming how Kentucky’s justice system addresses people who have committed crimes when substance use disorders and/or behavioral health issues are contributing factors, diverting them from incarceration to treatment and support services. Click here to watch videos

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Urgent Call for CFCRB VolunteersCitizen Foster Care Review Board volunteers are crucial in safeguarding children by reviewing foster care cases and advising judges. We're seeking volunteers across the state to continue this vital work.Click here to watch a video

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