LEXINGTON PUBLIC RECORDS

What are Lexington Public Records?

The Kentucky Open Records Act describes Lexington public records as documents prepared, owned, used, and possessed by a public agency. These records include all data regardless of physical form, including electronically-stored information. Lexington public records are required by law to be made available to an eligible requester, except where access is prohibited by law. Examples of documents exempt from the public inspection include:

• Documents where disclosure violates a person’s right to privacy
• Records of scientific research
• Commercial records that would create an unfair advantage
• Examination records
• Records of police administration involving confidential informants or undercover officers
• Records of anonymous donations
• Records that may jeopardize the security of lives and properties
• Records pertaining to the location of a business or industry within the commonwealth, where such business or industry has made no such disclosure

In addition to government sources, public city records may be accessible from third-party websites. Record seekers may either opt to use these non-governmental platforms to search for a specific record or multiple city records. However, users will need to provide enough information to assist with the search, such as:

• The address of the requestor
• A case number or file number (if known)
• The location of the document or person involved
• The name of the subject involved in the record (not juvenile)
• The last known or current address of the registrant

Government agencies do not sponsor third-party sites. Because of this, record availability and results may vary.

Lexington Crime Statistics

The Lexington Police Department provides statistical data on the crime rate in the county. Between January and August 2020, Lexington recorded 24 cases of murder, 102 cases of forcible rape, 241 cases of robbery, and 318 cases of aggravated assault. Other reported crimes include 984 cases of breaking and entering, 4391 cases of larceny-theft, 741 auto-thefts, and 24 cases of arson. Overall, there were 6825 Part 1 offenses in Lexington, less than the 7160 recorded cases in the same period of 2019.

Are Lexington Criminal Records Public?

The city of Lexington makes its criminal records accessible to all members of the public except where the law states that such documents are confidential. These records are kept with the Kentucky Administrative Office of the Courts and may be accessed for a fee of $25. Interested requesters may obtain these records online through the AOCFastCheck, for requesting and retrieving records online. Persons may also use the One-Time Request for a single order and receive the results by mail. In-person requests may also be made using the drive-through window at the Administrative Office of the Courts situated at:

1001, Vandalay Drive,
Frankfort.

In-person requesters may make payment via cards from American Express, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa. Checks or money orders made payable to the Kentucky State Treasurer are also accepted. Note that the drive-through window is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. from Mondays to Fridays, excluding state holidays. Orders with ten or more requests will require at least one hour to process. For mail requests, complete the Criminal Record Request Form and send it to:

Administrative Office of the Courts
Records Unit
1001 Vandalay Drive
Frankfort, KY 40601

How to Obtain Police Report and Arrest Records

Lexington police records are maintained by the Lexington Police Department and issued to involved persons for a fee. Lexington police reports may be requested online, by fax, mail, and in person. To obtain the record online, provide the report case number, date of offense, offense description, and the involved party’s name, and pay a fee of $10. Note that an incident that has multiple victims may not be available online. When making a request in person, the requesters are to provide information on the record, along with a valid photo ID. Requesting by mail would require that the same information provided for an in-person request be mailed to:

Lexington Police Department,
Central Records,
150E. Main St.
Lexington, KY 40507.

Note that the fee for walk-in and mail requests is 10 cents per page.

How to Find Sex Offender Information in Lexington

The Kentucky State Police has the responsibility of providing sex offender information to the public, in line with the Kentucky Revised Statutes. Interested persons may use the KSP offender registry site and fill out available fields, including the offender’s number or last name, street address, city, county, and zip code. Requesters may also use the neighborhood map to locate offenders living within a five-mile radius of their residence. Persons who wish to be notified of the movement of sex offenders in and out of their vicinity may subscribe to the site.

How to Find Lexington Inmate Records

The Lexington Community Corrections keeps records of inmates housed in its facilities. Users who have created accounts with the site may access information through the inmate locator tool. To create a new account, requesters need to fill out the required information on the Division of Community Corrections sign-up page.

How Do I Visit an inmate in Lexington Jail?

Inmate visitation in Lexington correctional facilities is arranged based on the inmate’s classification. Visits are scheduled as follows:

Monday

• Maximum Security-General Population Classification: (6-9:25pm final registration time)

Tuesday

• Maximum Security-Alert Behavior Level 1 (9 – 10:25 a.m. / 1 – 3:25 p.m. – final registration time)
• Maximum Security-General Population w/ARH designation (9 – 10:25 a.m. / 1 – 3:25 p.m. - final registration time)
• Maximum Security-Alert Behavior Level 2 (6 – 8:25 p.m. – final registration time)
• Maximum Security-Alert Behavior Level 3 (6 – 9:25 p.m. – final registration time)
• Protective Custody-T (6 – 9:25 p.m. - final registration time)
• Minimum Security-General Population (6 – 9:25 p.m. - final registration time)

Wednesday

• Minimum Security-General Population Classifications (6 – 9:25 p.m. - final registration time)

Thursday

• Minimum Security-Alert Behavior Level 1 (9 – 10:25 a.m. / 1 – 3:25 p.m. - final registration time)
• Minimum Security-General Population w/ARH designation (9 – 10:25 a.m. / 1 – 3:25 p.m. - final registration time)
• Minimum Security-Alert Behavior Level 2 (9 – 10:25 a.m. – final registration time)
• Minimum Security-Alert Behavior Level 3 (1 – 3:25 p.m. – final registration time)
• Protective Custody-T (6 – 9:25 p.m. - final registration time)
• Minimum Security-GP only with the following status : T / WR / SR / KT / CS (6 – 9:25 p.m. - final registration time)
• Maximum Security-General Population Classifications (6 – 9:25 p.m. - final registration time)

Saturday

• Maximum Security-Alert Behavior Level 2 (9 – 10:25 a.m. - final registration time)
• Maximum Security-Alert Behavior Level 3 (9 – 10:25 a.m. / 1 – 3:25 p.m. - final registration time)
• Protective Custody-T (9 – 10:25 a.m. / 1 – 3:25 p.m. - final registration time)
• Maximum Security-Alert Behavior Level 2 (6 – 9:25 p.m. – final registration time)
• Maximum Security-Alert Behavior Level 3 (6 – 9:25 p.m. – final registration time)

Sunday

• Minimum Security-Alert Behavior Level 2 (9 – 10:25 a.m. / 1 – 3:25 p.m. – final registration time)
• Minimum Security-Alert Behavior Level 3 (9 – 10:25 a.m. / 1 – 3:25 p.m. – final registration time)
• Maximum Security-General Population Classifications (9 – 10:25 a.m. / 1 – 3:25 p.m. - final registration time)
• Minimum Security-General Population (6 – 9:25 p.m. - final registration time)

No visits are allowed on Fridays. Registration of visitors begins 30 minutes in advance, and each visitation lasts for 30 minutes. Each offender is allowed access to five visitors per session. A visitor may not be allowed more than twice a week. All visitors must be dressed appropriately, provide valid ID, and follow the visitation guidelines. Attorneys may have private meetings with their clients.

What are Lexington Vital Records?

Lexington vital records are documented details of life events in the city, such as births, deaths, marriages, and divorces. These events are recorded by government entities that also issue copies to requesters.

Where and How to Obtain Lexington Divorce Records

The Office of Vital Statistics has maintained records on divorces since June 1958. Members of the public may get records prior to this time from the county clerk’s office. Requesting a Lexington divorce certificate requires the completion of an application form by the requester. Each record costs $6, payable by check or money order made out to the Kentucky State Treasurer. Mail the request to:

Office of Vital Statistics
275 E. Main Street, 1E-A
Frankfort, KY 40621

The requester may also obtain a copy of a divorce certificate using the drop-box service provided at the Office of Vital Statistics. Certificates are usually obtained between five to seven business days. However, processing may take up to thirty days in some cases. All fees are non-refundable.

Where and How to Get Marriage Records in Lexington

Lexington marriage records are considered public records and are obtainable by members of the general public. To request a Lexington marriage certificate, record seekers must fill the application form, and send it along with an enclosed check or money order made payable to the Kentucky State Treasurer. The fee for processing the form is $6 per copy, which is non-refundable even when the record is not found. Mail all required documents to:

Office of Vital Statistics
275 E. Main Street, 1E-A
Frankfort, KY 40621

There is also the provision of a drop-box at the entrance of the Vital Statistics Office in place of a walk-in request.

Where and How to find Lexington Birth records

The Vital Statistics Office also provides birth certificates of persons born in Kentucky from 1911 to date. However, it is only available to the subject, the subject’s parent, legal guardian, and the subject’s attorney. Other requesters must obtain a court order. Each record costs a non-refundable fee of $10. Interested persons may fill the application form and submit it with an enclosed check or money order made payable to the Kentucky State Treasurer and a valid government-issued ID. Send the request to:

Office of Vital Statistics
275 E. Main Street, 1E-A
Frankfort, KY 40621

The dropbox service is also available when requesting birth records.

Where and How to Find Lexington Death Records

Lexington death records for deaths since 1911 are obtainable from the Office of Vital Statistics. These records are accessible by the general public for a non-refundable fee of $6 per copy. Requesters must fill the application form and enclose it with a check or money order made payable to the Kentucky State Treasurer. Send the records to:

Office of Vital Statistics
275 E. Main Street, 1E-A
Frankfort, KY 40621

Alternatively, the requester may use the drop-box option available at the vital statistics office.