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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Bourbon County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Kentucky state publishers on the review date. 3 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Bourbon County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Bourbon County, Kentucky — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
20,333
Population
Census estimate
8,067
Households
Census estimate
$54,580
Median income
Annual household
$187,700
Median home value
Census ACS
Paris
County seat
In Kentucky
Criminal records
see state portal
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
2 sources
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
2 sources
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Bourbon County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Bourbon County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Kycourts Kentucky State Police Charges Bourbon County Man ... |
| Criminal records | No verified source — see Bourbon County state portal below |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Bourbon County state portal below |
| Property records | Real Property – Bourbon County PVA WebFeePay.com |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Bourbon County state portal below |
| Voter records | Voter Information Center Elections - Bourbon County Clerk |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Bourbon County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Bourbon County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Bourbon County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Bourbon County Records
2026
Bourbon County official government portal active
The official Bourbon County government website at www.bourbonky.com continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Bourbon County court records portal verified
State court system links for Bourbon County verified against the Kentucky judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Bourbon County property records online
Bourbon County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
2026
FBI Identity History Summary (federal complement)
For records that may exist outside Kentucky, the FBI Identity History Summary at fbi.gov complements all county-level state records.
The 4-Step Bourbon County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Bourbon County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Bourbon County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Kentucky statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Kentucky state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Bourbon County Records
❌ Myth: "Bourbon County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Bourbon County are held by the Kentucky state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Bourbon County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
❌ Myth: "Free 'instant background' sites have Bourbon County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Kentucky state repository has verified, current Bourbon County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Bourbon County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Bourbon County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources (All Verified)
- www.bourbonky.com — Official Bourbon County government website
- www.kentuckystatepolice.ky.gov — Court records — official source
- vrsws.sos.ky.gov — Voter records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Bourbon County & Kentucky Records
For records not specific to Bourbon County, use Kentucky's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Kentucky statewide record systems:
- Kentucky Court Records →
- Kentucky Criminal Records →
- Kentucky Property Records →
- Kentucky Vital Records →
- Kentucky Voter Records →
- Kentucky Wants & Warrants →
- Kentucky Licenses →
- Kentucky Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Kentucky statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
About Bourbon County, Kentucky
Bourbon County is located in north central Kentucky. The county seat is Paris (official site: http://www.bourbonky.com/).
- Population: 20,333
- Households: 8,067
- Median household income: $54,580
- Median home value: $187,700
- Below poverty line: 15.1%
- Land area: 289.8 sq mi
- Population density: 70.2 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 1
- NCES schools indexed: 10
bourboncountyclerk.ky.gov
Official Free
Older criminal and civil records (15 - 35 years) can be obtained by submitting a completed Record Request Form via email to state.records@ky.gov or by calling (502) 564-3617 . Individuals seeking Bourbon County arrest records can obtain them from the Detention Center.
Kycourts
Official Free
Court Personnel Directory Find contact information for justices, judges, circuit court clerks, and court personnel · Select a Category: · Circuit Clerks · Circuit Judges · Court Administrators · Court Designated Worker Program Locations · Court of Appeals Judges · District Judges · ...
Kentucky State Police Charges Bourbon County Man ...
Official Free
Baker is currently charged with one count of sodomy 1st degree (Class-B felony, punishable by ten to twenty years in prison), ten counts of procuring or promoting use of a minor by electronic means and ten counts of possession of matter portraying a minor in a sexual performance under 12 years old (Class-C felonies, punishable by five to ten years in prison). Mr. Baker was lodged in the Bourbon County Detention Center. The Kentucky Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force is comprised of more than twenty-six local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.
Public Access to Court Electronic Records | PACER: Federal Court Records
Criminal & Court Records
.gov
Federal court electronic records (Public Access to Court Electronic Records).
pacer.gov
Voter Information Center
Official Free
Voter Information Center · Welcome to the Commonwealth of Kentucky's Voter Information Center · You may use this website to do the following: · Check your current KY voter registration information · Find your polling place · And, check the status of your requested absentee ballot · To ...
Elections - Bourbon County Clerk
Official Free
Mail-In Absentee September 21st – October 22nd, 2024 Ballots may be requested by: govote.ky.gov or calling the Clerk’s Office at 859-987-2142. Ballots may be returned by mail or brought to the Clerk’s Office and placed in the drop box located inside the Sheriff’s Office · Kentucky ...
Voter Information Guide - Kentucky State Board of Elections
Official Free
The 2026 Primary Election is May 19, 2026 . The deadline to register to vote in the 2026 Primary Election is April 20, 2026 no later than 4:00 p.m. local time. Kentucky conducts closed primaries.
Real Property – Bourbon County PVA
Official Free
Real property is defined as land and any permanent structures attached to it. Some examples of real property are: · All real property commonly known as real estate is assessed. KRS.132.690 states that each parcel of taxable real property or interest therein subject to assessment by the property ...
WebFeePay.com
Official Free
These contracts enable Webfeepay.com to collect and process citizens' tax and other payments on behalf of these entities. Because we work directly with the government agency, your payment is made securely and swiftly, with no delay in processing. Local payments include everything from property and real estate taxes to utility bills to parking and traffic citations.
Boyle County Inmates
Official Free
PACER provides information about accessing and filing federal court records electronically. Find resources for using PACER.
Online Records - Bourbon County Clerk
Official Free
With eCCLIX, users can now view or print the documents filed by over 85 Clerks offices in Kentucky. In need of a last minute title follow-up? Why not have eCCLIX right at your closing table? eCCLIX will provide you with the information you need for last-minute title follow-ups, estate settlements and appraisals, often eliminating time-consuming trips to the courthouse. This site was developed for businesses and individuals that are in the business of researching documents.
Bourbon County
Official Free
Field notes are the narrative record of the cadastral survey . They are written in tabular format and contain the detailed descriptions of entire survey process including the instrumentation and procedures utilized, calling all physical evidence evaluated in the survey process, and listing all ...
Paris Cemetery in Paris, Kentucky - Find a Grave Cemetery
Official Free
We don't know the total number of burials in a cemetery, so we cannot calculate a percentage of those with memorials, photos or GPS coordinates. The Paris Cemetery in Bourbon County, Kentucky was founded in 1847
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Bourbon County?
Bourbon County court cases are searchable through the Kentucky State Police Charges Bourbon County Man ... portal: https://www.kentuckystatepolice.ky.gov/news/ecb-2-23-26. Kentucky also operates a state-level case lookup through the KY CourtNet system. For federal matters, see PACER.
What's the difference between sealing and expunging a record in Kentucky?
In Kentucky, a sealed record is hidden from public view but still exists and remains visible to law enforcement, licensing boards, and some employers. An expunged record is treated by Kentucky law as if it never happened — though FBI and federal records may persist regardless of state action. The relief process runs through the sentencing court.
How long does an arrest stay on my record in Kentucky if I wasn't convicted?
In Kentucky, an arrest stays on your record indefinitely unless you petition the court to seal or expunge it, even if charges were dropped or you were found not guilty. Kentucky's rules for clearing non-conviction records are stricter than for convictions — start with the Kentucky State Police.
Will a criminal conviction lead to deportation?
It depends on the offense, the person's immigration status, and current federal enforcement priorities. Aggravated felonies and crimes of moral turpitude carry the highest immigration risk. Even a sealed or expunged state conviction may still count under federal immigration law. Consult an immigration attorney.