Court records in Boyd County, Kentucky can be searched through several channels. BoydCourt.us can help you find publicly available information about court cases filed in the county. You can also access records through the Kentucky Court of Justice's Boyd County page, the Office of Circuit Court Clerk in Catlettsburg, and public-access terminals available at the Boyd County Judicial Center.
Boyd Court System & Jurisdictions
Boyd County is part of Kentucky's 32nd Judicial Circuit. Two trial-level courts operate in the county, each handling distinct case types.
Circuit Court
Circuit Court is the court of general jurisdiction in Kentucky. In Boyd County, it handles:
- Felony criminal cases
- Civil cases with amounts in controversy above $5,000
- Real property disputes
- Contested probate and estate matters
- Appeals from District Court
Family Court operates as a division of Circuit Court. Where a Family Court division exists, it takes primary jurisdiction over divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, domestic violence protective orders, and juvenile dependency, neglect, and abuse cases.
District Court
District Court is the court of limited jurisdiction. In Boyd County, it covers:
- Misdemeanors and violations
- Traffic offenses
- City and county ordinance violations
- Juvenile status offenses
- Small claims (civil disputes of $2,500 or less)
- Preliminary hearings in felony cases
- Involuntary commitment proceedings
- Uncontested probate matters and guardianship filings
Both courts sit at the Boyd County Judicial Center:
Boyd Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
Court calendars for Boyd County are managed through the Kentucky Court of Justice system. To find today's, tomorrow's, or this week's scheduled hearings:
- Visit the Boyd County court information page on the Kentucky Court of Justice website.
- Contact the Office of Circuit Court Clerk directly for specific docket schedules — the clerk's office can confirm hearing dates, courtroom assignments, and judge calendars.
- Check the public-access terminals at the Boyd County Judicial Center for real-time calendar information.
The Kentucky Court of Justice website also provides statewide resources for locating case information and court schedules. Calendar availability may vary — some dockets are posted online while others require a phone call or in-person visit to the clerk's office.
If you have a case number, the clerk's office can quickly look up your next scheduled hearing. Walk-ins can use the public terminals in the Judicial Center lobby during business hours.
How to Get a Copy of a Boyd Court Document
The Office of Circuit Court Clerk in Boyd County is the starting point for obtaining copies of court documents. The clerk's office maintains records for both Circuit and District Court cases filed in the county.
Certified vs. Uncertified Copies
- Certified copies bear the clerk's seal and signature, confirming the document is a true copy of the court record. These are typically required for legal proceedings, background checks, and official filings.
- Uncertified copies are plain reproductions without the clerk's authentication. They work for personal reference or informal use.
How to Request Documents
In person: Visit the clerk's office at the Boyd County Judicial Center. Bring as much identifying information as possible — party names, case number, filing date, or case type. Staff can pull records and produce copies while you wait for most requests.
By mail: Send a written request to:
Include the case number or enough detail to identify the record, specify whether you need certified or uncertified copies, and enclose payment. Contact the clerk's office by phone beforehand to confirm the current fee amount.
Online: Kentucky's Administrative Office of the Courts provides some statewide case search tools, though obtaining official copies of documents generally still requires contacting the local clerk's office.
Records That May Be Restricted
- Juvenile case records
- Sealed or expunged records
- Adoption records
- Certain domestic violence case details
- Grand jury proceedings
Ask the clerk whether the record you need is publicly accessible before submitting payment.
Boyd Court Records Fees & Payment
Fees for court record services in Kentucky are set by statute and administrative order. The following table reflects standard fees established under Kentucky law (KRS 64.012 and related provisions). Confirm current amounts with the Boyd County Circuit Court Clerk before submitting a request, as fees may be updated periodically.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Copies of court documents (per page) | $0.25 |
| Certification of a document | $5.00 |
| Court record search (per name) | Varies — contact clerk |
| AOC criminal background check (statewide) | $20.00 |
| Kentucky State Police criminal history check | $20.00 |
Payment Methods
- In person: cash, check, or money order are generally accepted. Ask the clerk's office about credit or debit card availability.
- By mail: check or money order payable to the Boyd County Circuit Court Clerk.
- AOC background checks: fees are paid directly to the Administrative Office of the Courts.
- Kentucky State Police checks: $20 check or money order payable to the KY State Treasurer.
For offender status information, the Kentucky Online Offender Lookup (KOOL) system is available at no charge and provides current incarceration, probation, and parole data.