Daviess County, KY Public Records

Courts in Daviess County

Court Records in Daviess County, Kentucky

Daviess County is served by the Circuit Court and the District Court, which operate within the 38th Judicial Circuit of Kentucky. The Daviess Circuit Court handles significant civil cases with claims exceeding $5,000, felony criminal cases, and family law matters, including divorce and child custody disputes. In contrast, the Daviess District Court addresses minor civil cases with claims below $5,000, misdemeanors, probate issues, and juvenile matters.

The Daviess County Circuit Clerk's Office maintains all court records, from filings to judgments and orders. These records may be viewed by physically attending the Circuit Clerk's Office or using the online court record portal administered by the Kentucky Administrative Office of the Courts.

Jails and Prisons in Daviess County

Find Inmate Search and Jail Records in Daviess County, Kentucky

Daviess County Detention Center is responsible for updating and maintaining current and past inmate records, including records on those awaiting trial and those serving short-term sentences. Inmate lookup can be done using the inmate lookup tool provided. Additional information, like the expected release date, is also provided. The data gets updated weekly, reflecting how detainees move within the facility. To request records in person, visit the Daviess County Detention Center at 3337 Highway 144, Owensboro, KY 42303. For online searches, the detention center provides a searchable inmate database on its official website, where you can enter the inmate's name to obtain information. Daviess County does not have any state or federal prisons within its limits. However, you can find information about inmates transferred to state facilities through the Kentucky Department of Corrections website and for federal inmates through the Federal Bureau of Prisons' online inmate locator.

Police Departments and Sheriff Offices in Daviess County

Arrest Records in Daviess County, Kentucky

Daviess County arrest records include the criminal histories of individuals detained by local law enforcement agencies. These records include personal information, charges filed, arresting officers, and the circumstances leading to the arrest. In Daviess County, the Sheriff's Office and local police departments, such as the Owensboro Police Department, generate and maintain these arrest records. If the details are not confidential, individuals can request access to arrest records online or in person at the Daviess County Sheriff's Office.

While arrest records focus on the specifics of the incidents, criminal records offer a broader history of the individual and can be accessed through court terminals.