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Campbell County Criminal Records

What Is Campbell County Criminal Records

Criminal records in Campbell County, Kentucky, are official government documents that chronicle an individual's interactions with the criminal justice system, from initial law enforcement contact through final case disposition. These records are generated and maintained by multiple agencies across the county and state, and they serve as the authoritative source of information for courts, employers, licensing boards, and members of the public conducting background research.

Several important distinctions apply when interpreting criminal records:

Arrest records vs. conviction records: An arrest record documents that law enforcement took an individual into custody based on probable cause. A conviction record reflects a formal finding of guilt by a court of law. Under Kentucky law, an arrest alone does not constitute evidence of criminal conduct.
Felony vs. misdemeanor: Felonies are serious offenses classified as Class A through Class D under Kentucky Revised Statutes, carrying potential sentences of one year or more in a state correctional facility. Misdemeanors are lesser offenses classified as Class A or Class B, typically resulting in fines or sentences served in a county jail.
Adult vs. juvenile records: Records pertaining to individuals who were adults at the time of the offense are generally accessible to the public. Juvenile records are confidential under KRS § 610.340 and are sealed from public inspection except in limited circumstances authorized by a court.
Active warrants vs. historical records: Active warrants reflect current judicial orders for an individual's arrest and remain in force until executed or recalled. Historical records document past arrests, charges, and dispositions that have been resolved.

The principal agencies responsible for maintaining criminal records in Campbell County include the Campbell County Sheriff's Office (arrests and jail bookings), the Campbell County Police Department (law enforcement reports and public records), the Campbell County Circuit and District Courts (case filings, pleas, verdicts, and sentencing), and the Kentucky State Police, which maintains the statewide criminal history repository. A complete criminal record may encompass charges filed, arraignments, pleas entered, trial proceedings, sentencing orders, and conditions of probation or parole. Case-level information is accessible through the Kentucky Court of Justice online portal.

Are Criminal Records Public In Campbell County

Criminal records pertaining to adult offenders are generally available for public inspection in Campbell County pursuant to the Kentucky Open Records Act. Under KRS § 61.870 et seq., all public agencies are required to make non-exempt public records available for inspection and copying upon written request. The statute defines a public record as any document, regardless of physical form, prepared, owned, used, or retained by a public agency in the course of its official functions.

The following categories of records are accessible to the public under current law:

Adult conviction records, including charges, pleas, verdicts, and sentencing orders
Court proceedings and case dockets maintained by the Circuit and District Courts
Booking information and jail rosters maintained by the Campbell County Detention Center
Law enforcement incident reports, subject to applicable exemptions

The following categories are restricted from public disclosure:

Records pertaining to ongoing criminal investigations, where disclosure would harm the investigation
Juvenile records, which are sealed pursuant to KRS § 610.340
Expunged records, which are treated as if they never existed following a court order under KRS § 431.073
Confidential informant identities and certain victim information

Public agencies in Campbell County are required to respond to open records requests within five business days of receipt.

How To Look Up Criminal Records In Campbell County in 2026

Members of the public seeking criminal records in Campbell County may obtain them through several official channels. The process varies depending on the type of record sought and the agency that maintains it.

To obtain court records:

Visit the Campbell County Circuit Court Clerk's office in person during public counter hours (Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) or access case information online through the Kentucky Court of Justice eCourt portal.
Provide the full legal name of the subject, date of birth, and case number if known.
Submit a written request or complete the court's standard records request form available at the clerk's counter.
Pay any applicable copying fees at the time of pickup or as directed by the clerk.

To obtain arrest and booking records:

Submit a written Open Records request to the Campbell County Police Department or the Campbell County Sheriff's Office, identifying the subject by full name and date of birth.
Requests may be submitted in person, by mail, or by email as directed by the agency's public records officer.
The agency is required to respond within five business days under the Kentucky Open Records Act.

To obtain a certified statewide criminal history:

Submit a request to the Kentucky State Police Criminal Identification and Records Branch, either through the KSP online portal or by mail.
Provide a completed request form, a copy of a valid government-issued photo identification, and the applicable fee.
Third-party background checks for employment or licensing purposes may require the subject's written consent.

Campbell County Circuit Court Clerk 330 York Street, Newport, KY 41071 (859) 292-6314 Kentucky Court of Justice

Campbell County Clerk's Office 330 York Street, Newport, KY 41071 (859) 292-3838 Campbell County Clerk's Office

How To Find Criminal Records in Campbell County Online?

Several official online portals currently provide access to Campbell County criminal records without requiring an in-person visit.

Kentucky Court of Justice – eCourt Public Portal The Kentucky Court of Justice operates a statewide case management system that allows members of the public to search Circuit and District Court case records by name, case number, or citation number. The portal contains case filings, hearing dates, charges, dispositions, and sentencing information for adult criminal matters. No registration is required for basic case searches. Certain sealed, expunged, or juvenile records do not appear in public search results.

Campbell County Clerk's Office – eCCLIX Portal The Campbell County Clerk's Office provides online access to publicly archived county records through the eCCLIX system. Users may view or print documents filed with the clerk's office. Registration may be required to access full document images. The portal is accessible at any time and does not require an in-person visit for document viewing.

Campbell County Detention Center – Inmate Information The Campbell County Detention Center maintains current inmate information accessible online. The jail roster reflects individuals currently held at the facility and includes booking information. This resource is useful for confirming whether an individual is currently in custody but does not constitute a complete criminal history.

Kentucky Offender Online Lookup System (KOOL) The Kentucky Offender Online Lookup System is maintained by the Kentucky Department of Corrections and allows the public to search for individuals currently under the supervision of the state corrections system. Users may search by last name, first name, and middle name, and may filter results to display offender photographs. The system reflects current supervision status and does not provide a complete criminal history.

Campbell County Police Department – Public Records The Campbell County Police Department provides information regarding its public records process, including how to submit requests for law enforcement reports and related documents.

Campbell County Police Department 1098 Monmouth Street, Newport, KY 41071 (859) 547-1700 Campbell County Police Department

Can You Search Campbell County Criminal Records for Free?

Kentucky law mandates that public agencies permit inspection of non-exempt public records at no charge. Pursuant to KRS § 61.874, agencies may charge only for the actual cost of reproduction, not for the act of inspection itself. Members of the public may inspect records in person at the maintaining agency's public counter without incurring any fee.

The following resources are currently available at no cost:

Kentucky Court of Justice eCourt Portal: Basic case searches and docket information are available free of charge through the Kentucky Court of Justice website. No account registration is required for name-based searches.
Campbell County Detention Center Inmate Roster: Current booking and inmate information is accessible at no cost through the Campbell County Detention Center online portal.
Kentucky Offender Online Lookup: Searches of the Kentucky Offender Online Lookup System are provided free of charge to the public.
In-person inspection at the Campbell County Clerk's Office: Members of the public may inspect records archived with the Campbell County Clerk's Office during regular business hours without charge.

Fees apply when copies or certified reproductions of records are requested. Copying fees are set by statute and agency policy and are disclosed at the time of the request.

What's Included in a Campbell County Criminal Record?

A complete criminal record maintained by agencies in Campbell County may contain the following categories of information:

Identifying Information

Full legal name and known aliases
Date of birth and place of birth
Physical description, including height, weight, eye color, and hair color
Mugshot photograph taken at the time of booking
Last known address
State Identification Number (SID) and FBI number, where assigned

Arrest Information

Date, time, and location of arrest
Arresting agency and officer identification
Booking number and booking date
Charges filed at the time of arrest
Bail or bond amount set and conditions of release
Jail facility where the individual was held

Court Case Information

Case number and court of jurisdiction (Circuit or District Court)
Filing date and case type
Charges as filed, including applicable Kentucky Revised Statutes citations and felony or misdemeanor classification
Plea entered (guilty, not guilty, or no contest)
Attorney of record and prosecuting agency

Disposition Information

Verdict rendered by judge or jury
Conviction date, if applicable
Sentencing details, including type of sentence, length of incarceration, fines, restitution ordered, and conditions of supervision
Appeals filed and outcomes
Probation or parole status and supervising officer

Additional Record Elements

Active or recalled arrest warrants
Protective or restraining orders
Sex offender registration status
DUI or DWI convictions and related administrative actions
Traffic violations adjudicated in District Court
Pending charges not yet resolved

How Long Does Campbell County Keep Criminal Records?

Kentucky public agencies are required to retain criminal records in accordance with retention schedules established by the Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives (KDLA). Retention periods vary by record type and agency.

Felony conviction records: Retained permanently by the courts and the Kentucky State Police criminal history repository.
Misdemeanor conviction records: Retained for a minimum of five years following final disposition, with many agencies retaining these records permanently.
Arrest records without conviction: Retained for a minimum of three years; subject to expungement under KRS § 431.073 upon court order.
Juvenile records: Retained until the subject reaches age 18, at which point records are sealed; certain serious juvenile adjudications may be retained longer.
Court case files: Circuit Court case files are retained permanently. District Court case files are retained for a minimum of five years following final disposition.
Jail booking records: Retained for a minimum of five years by the Campbell County Detention Center.
Law enforcement incident reports: Retained for a minimum of five years, with major crime reports retained permanently.

Retention schedules applicable to Kentucky county agencies are published by the Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives and govern the minimum periods for which records must be preserved before authorized destruction.