Hardin County, KY Public Records

Courts in Hardin County

Court Records in Hardin County, Kentucky

Hardin County operates two court systems, the Circuit Court and the District Court, which are part of the 38th Judicial Circuit of Kentucky. The Hardin Circuit Court handles significant civil cases with claims exceeding $5,000, felony criminal cases, and family law matters, such as custody and divorce cases. On the other hand, the Hardin District Court addresses smaller civil cases with claims under $5,000, misdemeanors, probate issues, and juvenile cases.

The Circuit Clerk's Office maintains all court records regarding filings, judgments, and orders of the Hardin County Courts. Records may be accessed at the Circuit Clerk's Office or through the online court record portal as provided by the Kentucky Administrative Office of the Courts to permit access to various levels of court documents, thereby enhancing the ability of an interested party to search with ease and obtain important information about a case and court actions.

Jails and Prisons in Hardin County

Find Inmate Search and Jail Records in Hardin County, Kentucky

The Hardin County Sheriff's Office oversees the local detention facility and manages inmate records. You can access these records by contacting the Hardin County Detention Center at 100 Lawson Blvd, Elizabethtown, KY 42701, or online using the search jail portal. You can search for current inmates and their charges, dates booked, and projected release dates. Hardin County Detention Center is a facility operated by the Hardin County Jailer and must adhere to all state of Kentucky standards regarding jail safety and security. It is designed to hold sentenced and pre-trial detainees. The detention center maintains visitation policies and hours, which require visitors to pre-register before visiting an inmate. The Hardin County Detention Center in Kentucky can house approximately 224 inmates. This facility is responsible for the management and custody of individuals awaiting trial, and those serving short-term sentences.

Police Departments and Sheriff Offices in Hardin County

Arrest Records in Hardin County, Kentucky

Hardin County arrest records contain the criminal activities of a certain arrested individual through local law enforcement agencies. It contains personal information, charges filed against an individual, the arresting officers, and facts about each arrest. The arrest records in Hardin County fall under the Sheriff's Office and other local police departments, such as the Elizabethtown Police Department. Arrest records can be requested online or at the Hardin County Sheriff's Office, provided the information is not confidential. While arrest records pertain to specific incidents, criminal records present a summary of the person's history and can be retrieved through the court terminals. Other details that may be available on the criminal record include the mugshot, outstanding warrants, convictions, and fingerprints.