When a complaint or other initiating document is filed, a summons is required to be prepared for issuance by the Clerk. Summons may be served by: Personal Service Certified Mail Secretary of State / Long Arm RAP – Return Attorney Plaintiff Personal Service (Sheriff) If serving in Kenton County there is a $60 charge per…

By posting a bond you are promising that the defendant will appear for all of their court appearances and obey all bond conditions. If the defendant fails to appear or breaks the conditions, you may lose any cash or property posted. Bonds are posted at the Circuit Clerk’s office during our regular business hours (8…

*Please note that this is the typical calendar of hearings, however, it is at the discretion of any District Court Judge to alter the schedule at any time.  In addition, the schedule may change due to Holidays. District Civil Court Proceedings are as Follows: MONDAY: Petitions to Probate, Guardianships-Minors and Name Changes 1:30-2:30 pm, Emergency Guardianship…

Most commonly, a minor requires a guardian or conservator when: both parents have died, to accept an inheritance, to receive a settlement from a lawsuit, to qualify for insurance coverage, consent to medical treatment, or make decisions about education. Refer to our Probate Handbook for more detailed information. Filing Fees (unless accompanied by a Motion for…

Name changes may be done for both adults and minors. You may find the Probate Handbook helpful for more detailed information. The Ky. Access to Justice Commission has created a guided interview form that you can print out here or you can use the forms below. Filing Fees (unless accompanied by a Motion for Leave to…

These cases involve: estates, guardianships of minors and name changes.  Confidential cases include involuntary hospitalization, guardianship/disability of adults and Casey’s Law (involuntary alcohol/drug treatment). Our office cannot provide legal advice and suggest that you contact an Attorney when seeking specific guidance or instruction. The Kentucky Access to Justice Commission has set up an on-line guided interview…

All eviction cases filed by an attorney are now required to be efiled. These cases involve disputes between a landlord and tenant(s) due to failure to pay rent or other issues.  When filing a forcible detainer action, the landlord is claiming that the tenant refuses to comply with the lease agreement. These cases are time…

Involuntary treatment proceedings include proceedings for 60/360 days of treatment for an individual, including juveniles, suffering from alcohol or other drug abuse (Casey’s Law). There is no filing fee. Please note you will be responsible for all costs incurred for treatment, examination and transportation. This process begins at THE KENTON COUNTY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE 1840 Simon Kenton Way…

Involuntary hospitalization proceedings include the hospitalization of adults diagnosed with a mental illness. Initially, evaluation and treatment will occur locally but if further treatment is needed the individual may be transferred to Eastern State Hospital located in Lexington, Kentucky. There is no filing fee. This process begins at THE KENTON COUNTY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE 1840 Simon Kenton Way…

Emergency guardianship cases may be filed ONLY if a disability proceeding is pending. There must be a serious physical danger to one’s health or damage to or misuse of property if immediate action is not taken. The filing fee for a petition for emergency guardianship is $75.50. This process begins at the Kenton County Attorney’s Office located at…

Disability proceedings are confidential cases that determine whether a person, needs someone to manage their medical and/or financial affairs. An interdisciplinary team will examine the respondent prior to trial. This team consists of a licensed physician, a licensed or certified psychologist and a licensed or certified social worker or employee of the Cabinet for Health…

Kenton County now accepts electronic filing of Small Claims cases from all parties.  If you want to file a Small Claims case without an attorney (pro se), check out how to do so here. These cases settle disputes involving money or property valued at $2,500.00 or less (this amount does not include court costs or…

These cases relate to disputes involving money or property valued at $5,000.01 or more. The Plaintiff is required to produce initial Complaint and Summons and all additional filings for the case.  Our office does not provide forms for the initial filing. These cases may be filed on the 3rd floor in the Circuit Civil Division,…