Court of Appeals Seal

The Kentucky Court of Appeals seal, adopted in 2025, reflects the court's role in the state's unified judicial system and the principles that guide its work.

The circular rings symbolize the unity of Kentucky's courts. At the top, the word “Kentucky" reflects the statewide authority of the Court of Appeals. Two white bars separating the words “Kentucky" and “Court of Appeals" represent the relationship between the trial courts and the appellate courts.

​At the center are the scales of justice, a widely recognized symbol of fairness and the weighing of facts and evidence. The scales rest on a book representing Kentucky law and the state constitution, emphasizing that appellate decisions are grounded in the rule of law.

Four stars beneath the book represent the four levels of courts in Kentucky. Two larger stars signify the authority of the state's two appellate courts.

Behind these elements is a rising sun with 14 rays representing the 14 judges of the Court of Appeals. The sun rises over the commonwealth, symbolizing the court's service to the people of Kentucky.​​​

Court of Appeals Courtrooms

The Kentucky Court of Appeals has four designated courtrooms across the commonwealth. They are located in Frankfort, Louisville, Pikeville and Elizabethtown, giving the court permanent locations to hear oral arguments in different regions of Kentucky.​​