If you need help with criminal record-related issues in Kentucky, such as obtaining a copy, expungement, or understanding your rights, here are resources and services that can assist: --- ### **1. Kentucky Court of Justice** The Kentucky Court of Justice provides resources for accessing criminal records, applying for expungements, and understanding your legal options. - **Expungement Information**: - Eligibility for expungement, including misdemeanors and certain felonies. - Expungement guides and forms are available. - Website: [Kentucky Court of Justice - Expungement](https://courts.ky.gov/expungement) - Phone: **1-800-928-6381** - **Records Request**: - Criminal records can be requested through the **Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)**. - Website: [Request Records](https://courts.ky.gov/services/records) - Phone: **1-502-573-2350** --- ### **2. Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy** If you need legal assistance related to criminal records, the Department of Public Advocacy offers public defenders and other resources for individuals who qualify. - Website: [Kentucky DPA](https://dpa.ky.gov/) - Phone: **1-502-564-8006** --- ### **3. Legal Aid Organizations** Legal aid services in Kentucky provide free or low-cost legal assistance for expungements, criminal records, and related issues. - **Legal Aid of the Bluegrass**: - Helps with expungements and legal advice in central and eastern Kentucky. - Website: [Legal Aid of the Bluegrass](https://www.lablaw.org/) - Phone: **1-800-888-8189** - **Kentucky Legal Aid**: - Offers expungement clinics and legal representation. - Website: [Kentucky Legal Aid](https://www.klaid.org/) - Phone: **1-866-452-9243** --- ### **4. Kentucky Equal Justice Center** This organization advocates for legal and economic justice and may provide support for criminal record issues. - Website: [Kentucky Equal Justice Center](https://www.kyequaljustice.org/) - Phone: **1-859-233-3057** --- ### **5. Clean Slate Kentucky** A nonprofit initiative that helps individuals navigate the process of clearing their criminal records. - Website: [Clean Slate Kentucky](https://www.cleanslatekentucky.com/) - Phone: **1-502-509-7726** --- ### **6. Kentucky State Police - Background Checks** To obtain an official copy of your criminal record for employment or legal purposes: - **Online Request Portal**: [Kentucky Background Checks](https://kentuckystatepolice.org/background-checks/) - Phone: **1-502-227-8700** --- ### **7. Community Organizations** Certain community and reentry programs in Kentucky help with record expungement and reentry into society: - **Goodwill Industries of Kentucky**: - Offers reentry programs and expungement support. - Website: [Goodwill KY](https://www.goodwillky.org/) - Phone: **1-502-585-5221** - **Kentucky Reentry Programs**: - Resources and support for individuals with criminal records reentering society. - Website: [Reentry Resources](https://corrections.ky.gov/Reentry) --- ### **8. Self-Help Resources** If you want to handle your case independently, the Kentucky Court of Justice provides **DIY Expungement Kits** and instructions. - **Forms and Instructions**: - Website: [Kentucky Court Self-Help](https://courts.ky.gov/selfhelp/Pages/default.aspx) --- ### **9. Additional Resources** - **United Way of Kentucky (2-1-1)**: - Dial **211** for referrals to local services, including expungement assistance and legal aid. - **Kentucky Bar Association - Lawyer Referral Service**: - If you need to hire an attorney for criminal record assistance. - Website: [KBA Lawyer Referral](https://www.kybar.org/) - Phone: **1-866-452-5137** --- ### **10. Kentucky Legislative Updates** Laws regarding expungement and criminal records may change. For the latest updates: - Website: [Kentucky Legislative Research Commission](https://www.lrc.ky.gov/) --- Would you like help contacting any of these organizations or guidance on a specific issue, such as expungement or obtaining a record? Let me know!