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What Are Public Records in Boone County?

Public records in Boone County are defined under Kentucky law as all books, papers, maps, photographs, cards, tapes, discs, diskettes, recordings, software, or other documentation regardless of physical form or characteristics, which are prepared, owned, used, in the possession of, or retained by a public agency. Pursuant to Kentucky Revised Statutes § 61.870, any document created or received by a public agency in the course of official business is presumed to be a public record and subject to inspection upon request.

The following record types are currently available through various Boone County offices:

  • Court records — civil, criminal, probate, and family court case files maintained by the Boone County Circuit Court Clerk
  • Property records — deeds, mortgages, liens, and property assessments maintained by the County Clerk and the Property Valuation Administrator
  • Vital records — marriage licenses and divorce decrees held by the County Clerk; birth and death certificates issued through the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services
  • Business records — assumed name (DBA) filings, business licenses, and permits on file with the County Clerk
  • Tax records — property tax bills and assessment data maintained by the Boone County Sheriff's Office and the Property Valuation Administrator
  • Voting and election records — voter registration rolls and election results maintained by the County Clerk
  • Meeting minutes and agendas — Boone County Fiscal Court minutes, board agendas, and resolutions available through the County Clerk
  • Budget and financial documents — annual budgets and expenditure reports maintained by the Boone County Fiscal Court
  • Law enforcement records — arrest logs and incident reports available, where permitted, through the Boone County Sheriff's Office
  • Land use and zoning records — zoning maps, permits, and variance decisions maintained by Boone County Planning Commission

Members of the public may access many of these documents through the Boone County Clerk's online records search, which utilizes the CCLIX (County Clerk Indexing) system currently in use across a majority of Kentucky county clerk offices.

Is Boone County an Open Records County?

Boone County fully complies with Kentucky's Open Records Act, which establishes the public's right to inspect and copy records held by public agencies throughout the Commonwealth. Under Kentucky Revised Statutes § 61.872, any person may submit a written request to inspect or receive copies of public records, and the agency must respond within five business days of receiving that request. The Act further provides that the intent of the General Assembly is that free and open examination of public records is in the public interest, and that any exemptions to disclosure are to be interpreted narrowly.

Boone County agencies are also subject to Kentucky's Open Meetings Act, codified at KRS § 61.805 et seq., which requires that all meetings of public agencies be conducted openly and that agendas and minutes be made available to the public. No county-specific ordinance currently restricts access beyond the limitations already established by state statute. Agencies within Boone County are required to designate an official custodian of records and to post their open records procedures in a conspicuous location accessible to the public.

How to Find Public Records in Boone County in 2026

Members of the public may obtain Boone County public records through several channels, depending on the record type sought.

Online Access

In-Person Requests

  • Visit the Boone County Clerk's Office during public counter hours to inspect records or submit a written Open Records request
  • Present a completed written request form identifying the records sought with reasonable particularity
  • Pay applicable fees at the time of pickup or upon receipt of copies

Written or Mailed Requests

  • Submit a written Open Records request by mail or in person to the designated records custodian at the relevant agency
  • Include the requester's name, mailing address, and a specific description of the records requested
  • Agencies are required to respond within five business days under KRS § 61.872

Court Records

  • Submit requests for civil, criminal, probate, or family court records directly to the Boone County Circuit Court Clerk's Office, which serves as the official custodian of all court case files in the county

How Much Does It Cost to Get Public Records in Boone County?

Standard fees for public records in Boone County are governed by Kentucky's Open Records Act and applicable county fee schedules currently in effect.

  • Photocopies: The standard fee is $0.10 per page for copies of standard-size documents, as established under KRS § 61.874
  • Certified copies: Fees for certified copies of recorded instruments (deeds, mortgages, etc.) vary by document type; the County Clerk's Office currently charges per-page and per-instrument fees set by state statute
  • Vital records: Certified copies of marriage licenses are available through the County Clerk; fees are set by KRS Chapter 213 for birth and death certificates obtained through the state
  • Court records: The Circuit Court Clerk charges per-page fees for copies of court documents; current fee schedules are posted at the clerk's office
  • Electronic records: Where records are provided in electronic format, agencies may charge the actual cost of duplication, not to exceed the standard per-page rate

Accepted payment methods at the Boone County Clerk's Office currently include cash, check, and money order. Fee waivers may be available for indigent requesters or where disclosure is determined to be in the public interest; requesters seeking a waiver must submit a written statement of the basis for the waiver at the time of the request.

Does Boone County Have Free Public Records?

Free inspection of public records is available to all members of the public under Kentucky law. Agencies are not permitted to charge a fee solely for the act of inspecting records on-site; fees apply only when copies are requested.

The following free resources are currently available:

  • In-person inspection at the Boone County Clerk's Office, the Circuit Court Clerk's Office, and other public agency offices during regular business hours — no charge to view records on-site
  • Online property records — the Boone County PVA provides free public access to property ownership data, assessment values, and parcel maps
  • Online clerk records — the Boone County Clerk's records search allows free index searches of recorded instruments
  • Court case information — basic case information for Boone County courts is accessible at no charge through the Kentucky Court of Justice website

Who Can Request Public Records in Boone County?

Under Kentucky's Open Records Act, any person may submit a request to inspect or copy public records held by a Boone County public agency. The Act does not restrict access based on residency, citizenship, or organizational affiliation.

  • Residency: Requesters are not required to be residents of Boone County or the Commonwealth of Kentucky
  • Identification: Agencies may ask for a requester's name and mailing address for correspondence purposes, but are not authorized to require government-issued identification as a condition of access for most records
  • Statement of purpose: Requesters are generally not required to state the reason for their request; however, for certain sensitive record categories, a stated purpose may be required by statute
  • Non-residents: Non-residents of Kentucky retain the same rights of access as residents under current law
  • Requesting your own records: Individuals seeking records pertaining to themselves may be entitled to access records that would otherwise be restricted when requested by a third party, such as certain personnel or law enforcement records
  • Restrictions: Specific record types — including juvenile records, adoption records, and sealed court files — are subject to additional access restrictions regardless of the requester's identity

What Records Are Confidential in Boone County?

Certain categories of records held by Boone County agencies are exempt from public disclosure under Kentucky law. KRS § 61.878 enumerates the specific exemptions to the Open Records Act and requires that agencies invoking an exemption identify the specific provision authorizing nondisclosure.

The following record types are currently exempt or restricted from public access:

  • Sealed court records — records sealed by judicial order are not available for public inspection
  • Juvenile records — records pertaining to minors in the court system are confidential under KRS Chapter 610
  • Ongoing investigation records — records compiled in the course of an active law enforcement investigation are exempt to the extent that disclosure would harm the investigation
  • Personal identifying information — Social Security numbers, financial account data, and similar identifiers are redacted prior to disclosure
  • Medical records — protected under both state law and the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
  • Adoption records — sealed by statute and accessible only under specific court-ordered circumstances
  • Child welfare and protective services records — confidential under KRS Chapter 620
  • Personnel records — internal personnel files are generally exempt, with limited exceptions for records relating to public employees' official duties
  • Trade secrets and proprietary business information — exempt where disclosure would cause competitive harm
  • Security plans and critical infrastructure details — exempt to protect public safety

Where an agency withholds a record or portion of a record, it is required to provide a written explanation citing the applicable statutory exemption. Kentucky courts apply a balancing test in disputed cases, weighing the public interest in disclosure against the harm that disclosure may cause.

Boone County Recorder's Office: Contact Information and Hours

The Boone County Clerk's Office serves as the official recorder of deeds, mortgages, liens, and other land records, as well as the custodian of vital records, election records, and business filings. The Circuit Court Clerk's Office maintains all court case records for the county.

Boone County Clerk's Office 6034 Burlington Pike, Burlington, KY 41005 (859) 334-2108 Public Counter Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Boone County Clerk's Office

Boone County Circuit Court Clerk's Office 6025 Rogers Lane, Burlington, KY 41005 (859) 334-2150 Public Counter Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Kentucky Court of Justice – Boone County

Boone County Property Valuation Administrator 2950 Washington Street, Burlington, KY 41005 (859) 334-2181 Public Counter Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. PVA of Boone County, KY

Boone County Sheriff's Office (Tax Records) 3000 Conrad Lane, Burlington, KY 41005 (859) 334-2175 Public Counter Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Boone County Sheriff's Office

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