Category: General

  • • REQUEST AN AV COPY

    You may request a copy one of three ways: In person 230 Madison Ave. 3rd Fl., Covington, Kentucky 41011 Using the on-line request below; or Faxing your request to (859) 292-6611. PRINT FORM Please allow up to two (2) weeks for duplication. Click here to open the ONLINE AV duplication request form. Fill out the information…

  • Request an AV Copy

    Requests are processed in the order they are received and paid. You will be contacted for payment before processing. Please allow up to two (2) weeks for completion.

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  • • FEES

    Criminal court costs vary depending upon the charge.  Please review your court paperwork or phone our office 859-292-6523 to obtain the proper amount.  Pursuant to Kentucky law, you must pay court costs regardless of whether you appear in court. GENERAL FEES Acts of Congress $5.00 + copy fee Attestation $.50 + copy fee Audio/Video Copies (court…

  • • LEGAL ADVICE

    Although our office strives to provide you with exceptional customer service, we are strictly prohibited from providing legal advice. This includes instruction for form completion. The following guidelines explain what we can and cannot do for you. WE CANNOT Provide legal advice or tell you whether you should bring your case to court Tell you…

  • • DRIVERS LICENSE, ID’S, PERMITS

    As of May 2022 the Kenton Circuit Clerk’s office no longer issues licenses or ID’s.  The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has taken over all of those functions.  You may find more information and make an appointment to get a license/Real ID/ID at http://www.drive.ky.gov.

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  • • FEE SCHEDULE

    Criminal court costs vary depending upon the charge.  Please review your citation for the proper amount or phone our office 859-292-6523 to obtain the proper amount.  Pursuant to Kentucky law, you must pay court costs regardless of whether you appear in court. District Civil Ancillary (Out of State Estate Petition) $53.50 Appeals $70.00 Application for…

  • • LEGAL ADVICE DISCLAIMER

    Although our office strives to provide you with exceptional customer service, we are strictly prohibited from providing legal advice. This includes instruction for form completion. The following guidelines explain what we can and cannot do for you. WE CANNOT Provide legal advice or tell you whether you should bring your case to court. Tell you…

  • • FEES FOR CIRCUIT

    Fees unless accompanied by a Motion for Leave to Proceed In Forma Pauperis. Appeals –From Circuit to Appeals or Supreme $150.00 Attestation $.50 + copies charge Bond Filing Fee $25.00 Certification (including Act of Congress) $5.00 + copies Civil Suit Filing fee (over $5000.00) $153.00 + Service Fee Civil – Third Party Complaint $30.00 Copies $.25 per…

  • • EXPUNGEMENTS

    An expungement is the process of removing a charge or charges from an individual’s official state performed background checks. Please read carefully as expungement process changes. State law requires a certificate of eligibility be included with a petition for expungement of criminal conviction. Individuals who wish to have their criminal conviction records (charges/cases) expunged must…

  • Request a Document Copy

    Requests are processed in the order they are received and paid. You will be contacted for payment before processing. Please allow up to two (2) weeks for completion.

  • • REQUEST A COPY

    You may request a copy one of three ways: In person 230 Madison Ave. 3rd Fl., Covington, Kentucky 41011 Using the on-line request below; or Faxing your request to (859) 292-6611. Click here to open the ONLINE duplication request form. Fill out the information requested. Click the “SEND” button at the bottom of the form. Copies are…

  • • SERVICE OF PROCESS

    Upon filing a complaint or other initiating document, the clerk shall forthwith issue the required Summons CR 4.01. A Civil Summons may be issued on HOLIDAYS and served on SUNDAYS. KRS 454.125. Service of Process requirements can vary depending on case type. Please verify correct method with clerk to ensure proper service is being issued.…

  • John C. Middleton – Biography

    John C. Middleton is a life-long resident of Kenton County, having graduated from Beechwood Elementary and High School. He graduated from the University of Kentucky with High Distinction with a double major in history (with honors) and political science. He then graduated from Chase College of Law following in the footsteps of his father Clyde…

  • • FEES

    Ancillary (Out of State Estate Petition) $53.50 Appeals $70.00 Application for Declaration of Death $75.50 Attestation $.50 + copies CD (of court hearing) $20.00 Certification $5.00 + copies Civil Suit ($501.00 – $5,000.00) $75.50 + Service Fee Civil Suit (under $500.00) $45.50 + Service Fee Copies $.25 per page Execution/Writ of Possession ($501.00 – $5,000.00)…

  • • TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS

    VOLUNTARY/INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS There is a filing fee.  There is an additional fee for service of process depending up the service method you choose. ****************************************************************************** Forms are not provided when filing for termination of parental rights. While hiring an attorney is not required, you may want to consult an attorney when filing for these types of…

  • • SERVICE – DELETE

    VIA SHERIFF-$40 PAID TO SHERIFF DEPARTMENT for Kenton County. If service is via another sheriff agency, please call that agency for verification of fee. CERTIFIED MAIL-$11.54 + $.21 EACH ADDITIONAL OUNCE SECRETARY OF STATE-(CERTIFIED MAIL)-$10.00(CERTIFIED MAIL RESTRICTED)-$15.05 WARNING ORDER ATTORNEY-$75 PER DEFENDANT GUARDIAN AD LITEM-$75 *FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE*

  • • EMERGENCY PROTECTIVE ORDERS

    Eligibility Criteria Kentucky law allows the Court to issue a protective order against a named individual to protect you and/or your minor child from violence. Before the Court can issue an emergency order you must fulfill three (3) requirements: 1. You must be a resident of Kenton County or have fled to Kenton County as…

  • • EMERGENCY PROTECTIVE ORDERS (EPO)

    These cases are filed on the 3rd floor of the Kenton County Justice Center in Family Court from 8 am to 4 pm, Monday-Friday, excepting holidays. If there is an emergency and you need to file between 4 pm and 8 am or on weekends, please contact your local police agency. There is no filing…