Letcher County Criminal and Jail Records

Letcher County is in eastern Kentucky in the Appalachian region. Whitesburg serves as the county seat. The Letcher County Sheriff enforces the law and operates the county jail. The 47th Judicial Circuit handles felony cases. Both the sheriff and the court maintain records available to the public.

Letcher County Sheriff Office

The Letcher County Sheriff provides law enforcement for the county. The office handles patrol, investigations, and jail operations. Arrest records are available through the sheriff office.

You can contact the sheriff to request arrest reports or inquire about current inmates. The office is in Whitesburg near the courthouse. Staff can provide basic information over the phone or in person.

Letcher County Jail

The Letcher County Jail holds inmates awaiting trial and serving sentences. The jail operates under the sheriff office. You can find current inmates by contacting the jail directly.

The jail website at letcherjail.com may have information about inmates, visitation, and services. Contact the jail at (606) 633-2259 for current inmate status.

Letcher County Circuit Court

The Letcher County Circuit Court is part of the 47th Judicial Circuit. This court hears felony criminal cases and maintains the official records. The Circuit Clerk keeps all case files.

You can visit the clerk office to search for court records. Staff can help you find cases by defendant name. Copies of documents are available for a fee.

How to Search Letcher County Criminal Records

To find criminal records in Letcher County, you can check with the sheriff for arrest records and the clerk for court records. Each office has its own process for public requests.

Kentucky CourtNet 2.0 provides online access to court records statewide. This includes Letcher County cases. You can search by name at kcoj.kycourts.net.

For in-person searches, visit the Circuit Clerk at the courthouse in Whitesburg. Bring identification and the name of the person you want to search. Staff can help you locate files.

To search you will need:

• Full name of the person
• Date of birth if known
• Approximate date of the case
• Case number if you have it

Types of Criminal Records in Letcher County

Letcher County keeps several types of criminal records. Each serves a different purpose. You may need to check multiple sources for a complete history.

Arrest records document when someone was taken into custody. These show the date, charges, and arresting officer. The sheriff maintains these records.

Court records include the formal charges, hearings, and judgments. These show the final outcome of a case. The Circuit Clerk keeps these files.

Jail records show who has been in custody. This includes booking dates, charges, and release dates. The jail maintains these records.

Records you can request include:

• Arrest reports and booking logs
• Court case files and dockets
• Jail inmate rosters
• Indictments and grand jury records
• Judgments and sentencing orders

Public Records Requests

The Kentucky Open Records Act allows you to request public records from government agencies. This includes most criminal records in Letcher County.

To make a request, write to the agency that has the records. Describe what you need in detail. The agency must respond within three business days.

Fees may apply for copies. The agency will tell you the cost before processing your request. Certified copies cost more than plain copies.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Letcher County. You may need to search multiple counties for a complete record.