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Frankfort City Clerk

Official records and legal files 315 West Second Street Frankfort KY 40602 Phone: (502) 875-8500 Fax: (502) 875-8502

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Frankfort Police Department

The Department is organized into two divisions, Operations and Support Services. Law enforcement services 308 West Second Street Frankfort KY 40602 Phone: (502) 875-8523 Fax: (502) 223-7193

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Frankfort Fire Department

Fire and emergency services 314 West Second Street Frankfort KY 40602 Phone: (502) 875-8511 Fax: (502) 875-8533

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Frankfort at a glance

County
Franklin County
County seat
Frankfort
Population
28,460
Franklin County population
51,541
Local records
City of Frankfort
ZIP codes
40601, 40603, 40618, 40619, 40620, 40621, 40622

About Frankfort public records

For people seeking to obtain arrest records, mugshots, or booking records in Frankfort, the first step is to visit the Frankfort Police Department's records unit. The judicial framework of Frankfort is anchored by the Franklin County Circuit Court, which hears a wide range of cases and manages public records associated with court proceedings. For vital records such as birth, death, and marriage certificates, residents can turn to the Franklin County Clerk-Recorder’s office, or for state-level records, they may contact the Kentucky Department for Public Health’s Vital Records Section. Property records can be accessed through the Franklin County Property Valuation Administrator's office and the county recorder, with many records also available on online platforms for ease of access.

Frankfort voters are served by the Franklin County Clerk's Office, located at 222 St. Clair Street, Suite 100, Frankfort, KY 40601, phone (502) 875-8702, website franklincountyclerk.com.

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How do I register to vote in Frankfort, Kentucky?

To register to vote in Frankfort, Kentucky, residents can register online through the Kentucky State Board of Elections website, by mail, or in person at the Franklin County elections office. Kentucky requires voters to be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and residents of the state. The registration deadline is typically 30 days before an election. Voters can verify their registration status and find polling locations through the Kentucky State Board of Elections voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in Frankfort, contact the Franklin County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.

How do I look up property records in Frankfort, Kentucky?

Property records for Frankfort, Kentucky are maintained by the Franklin Property Valuation Administrator's Office and the Franklin County Clerk. The Assessor's Office is responsible for discovering, listing, and valuing all taxable property within Franklin County, including parcels in Frankfort. Records available include property ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, parcel maps, and tax history. The Franklin County Clerk maintains recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. Many Kentucky counties provide online property record searches through their county websites. The Franklin County Treasurer handles property tax payments and tax sale information.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Frankfort, Kentucky?

Birth, death, and marriage records for Frankfort, Kentucky residents are available through both county and state offices. The Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Vital Statistics, located in Frankfort, maintains statewide vital records and can issue certified copies of birth and death certificates for events occurring anywhere in Kentucky. Orders can be placed online, by mail, or in person. Locally, the Franklin County Clerk's office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records for Franklin County. Birth and death certificates may also be available through local vital records offices. Requestors typically need to provide valid photo identification and proof of their relationship to the person named on the record. Processing times and fees vary by office and record type.

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