Pulaski County Court Docket Records

Pulaski County court dockets document all legal proceedings in one of south-central Kentucky's most populous counties. With Somerset as its county seat and located along the shores of Lake Cumberland, Pulaski County serves as a regional hub for tourism, commerce, and government in the region. The Office of Circuit Court Clerk maintains comprehensive records of civil, criminal, and family court matters filed within the county's jurisdiction. Following a vacancy declaration by the Kentucky Supreme Court in March 2024, a new clerk has been appointed to oversee these important records and serve the public.

Pulaski County Circuit Court Clerk Information

The Pulaski County Circuit Court Clerk's office serves as the official custodian of court records for all cases filed within the county's jurisdiction. The clerk's office maintains detailed dockets tracking civil cases, criminal proceedings, family court matters, and probate records from initial filing through final disposition.

Note: The Circuit Court Clerk position was declared vacant in March 2024 when the Kentucky Supreme Court removed the previous clerk from office. A replacement has been appointed by the Governor to oversee court records and serve the public.

The clerk's office operates from the Pulaski County Courthouse in downtown Somerset, providing accessibility features for court visitors. Staff members assist with case lookups, document filings, and questions about court procedures while maintaining accurate records for all judicial proceedings.

Pulaski County Court Docket Types

The Pulaski County court system maintains specialized dockets for different categories of legal proceedings.

Circuit Court Dockets document civil cases exceeding $5,000, felony criminal prosecutions, divorce proceedings, adoption cases, contested probate matters, and appeals from District Court.

District Court Dockets track misdemeanor criminal offenses, traffic violations, civil claims up to $5,000, small claims under $2,500, eviction proceedings, and preliminary felony hearings.

Family Court Dockets contain records of family law matters including custody disputes, child support, domestic violence protective orders, and juvenile cases.

Accessing Pulaski County Court Records

Pulaski County provides multiple methods for accessing court records. In-person access is available during business hours at the Circuit Court Clerk's office. The Kentucky Court Dockets system provides free online access to daily court schedules, while CourtNet 2.0 offers comprehensive case information for subscribing attorneys.

Nearby Court Docket Resources

Pulaski County residents may need to access records from neighboring Lake Cumberland area counties: