Daviess County Traffic Court Records Search
Daviess County Traffic Court Records are maintained at the Justice Center in Owensboro. The Circuit Court Clerk processes all traffic citations and cases. You can search records online or visit the office in person. The clerk provides copies and accepts payments daily.
Daviess County Circuit Court Clerk
The Daviess County Circuit Court Clerk is Jennifer Hardesty Besecker. The office operates from the Daviess County Justice Center. All court divisions are housed in this building. The clerk serves residents of Owensboro and surrounding areas.
The Circuit Criminal Division 1 can be reached at 270-687-7329. Circuit Criminal Division 2 is at 270-687-7330. The District Traffic and Criminal office uses 270-687-7200. The main receptionist number is 270-687-7333.
Other important numbers include District Civil and Small Claims at 270-687-7205. The Probate office is at 270-687-7207. Bookkeeping uses 270-687-7209.
Visit kycourts.gov for official information.
Daviess County Payment Options
Daviess County accepts various payment methods. Cash is always welcome at the clerk's office. Money orders and certified checks are accepted. Personal checks are accepted from Daviess County residents only.
Credit and debit cards are accepted with a processing fee. The fee varies by transaction amount. Cash payments incur no extra charges. Pay online using KYeCourts at kcoj.kycourts.net.
Note: Bond payments have special requirements. Contact the clerk for details on posting bail.
Parking at Daviess County Justice Center
Free parking is available near the Justice Center. A two-hour garage is located at 112 Daviess St. This is convenient for short visits. All-day parking is at 414 W. 2nd St., four blocks away.
The first two hours are free in the all-day garage. This covers most court visits. Allow time to walk from the garage. The Justice Center is accessible from either location.
The building has an elevator on the east side. Bathrooms are equipped for accessibility. If you need special accommodations, contact the clerk in advance.
Requesting Daviess County Court Records
Copies of court records are available from the Circuit Clerk. You can request specific documents or full case files. Fees apply based on copy type. Certified copies cost more than regular copies.
Current records are stored at the Justice Center. Cases less than 15 years old are on site. Older records may be archived. Contact the clerk for assistance locating historical files.
For records 15 to 35 years old, contact the State Records Center. Email state.records@ky.gov or call 502-564-3617. Provide case and locator numbers.
Records over 36 years old are at KDLA. Contact kdla-referencedesk@ky.gov or call 502-564-1770.
Daviess County Traffic Court Process
Traffic cases begin with a citation issued by law enforcement. The ticket shows your court date and location. You must respond before that date. Your options include payment or court appearance.
If you appear in court, check in at the clerk's office. Bring your citation and photo ID. The judge will explain the charges against you. You may enter a plea or request a trial.
Traffic school may be available. The court decides who qualifies. Complete the program by your deadline. Submit proof to the clerk.
Searching Daviess County Traffic Records
CourtNet 2.0 provides free access to Daviess County cases. Search by name or case number. The system shows current status and hearing dates. Visit kcoj.kycourts.net to search.
For help using CourtNet, contact the clerk's office. Staff can explain how to find cases. The system is available 24 hours a day.