Floyd County Public Records

How to Find Public Records in Floyd County in 2026

FloydCountyRecords.us provides access to publicly available information related to public records maintained by government agencies in Floyd County, Kentucky. Members of the public seeking official documentation may find data pertaining to a broad range of record categories, including court filings, property transactions, vital statistics, law enforcement logs, and government meeting minutes. The information presented reflects what is available through official channels, and completeness of any individual record set depends on the maintaining agency's digitization status and applicable disclosure laws.

Records in Floyd County may be searched through official court resources, county clerk offices, public access terminals located at government facilities, and online tools maintained by state and local agencies.

Online Access:

The Kentucky Court of Justice provides an online portal through which members of the public may search court case information statewide, including records originating in Floyd County.
The Floyd County Clerk's office maintains property records, deeds, and related land documents that may be accessible through the county's online systems.
Vital records searches for marriage and divorce certificates are available through the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services.
Registration is not required to conduct basic searches on most state-maintained portals, though certified copies require a formal request and applicable fees.

In-Person Requests: Members of the public may visit the Floyd County Clerk's Office at 149 South Central Avenue, Prestonsburg, KY 41653. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Requestors should present a written or verbal description of the record sought, along with valid identification where required by the record type.

Written/Mail Requests: Written requests may be submitted to the Floyd County Clerk's Office at the address above. Each request should include the requestor's full name, contact information, a specific description of the record sought, and the preferred format for delivery. Under Kentucky Revised Statutes § 61.880, the agency must respond within five business days of receiving a written request.

Phone/Email:

Floyd County Clerk's Office: (606) 886-3816
Floyd Circuit Court Clerk: (606) 886-9215

What Are Public Records in Floyd County?

Public records in Floyd County are defined under Kentucky Revised Statutes § 61.870 as all books, papers, maps, photographs, cards, tapes, discs, diskettes, recordings, software, or other documentation regardless of physical form or characteristics, which are prepared, owned, used, in the possession of, or retained by a public agency. The following record types are currently maintained by Floyd County agencies:

Court records — civil, criminal, probate, and family court filings maintained by the Floyd Circuit Court Clerk; members of the public may access these through the Floyd County court information page
Property records — deeds, mortgages, liens, and property assessments maintained by the Floyd County Clerk and the Property Valuation Administrator
Vital records — birth and death certificates maintained by the Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics; marriage and divorce certificates are issued through the county clerk's office
Business records — occupational licenses, permits, and assumed name filings held by the county clerk
Tax records — property tax assessments and payment records maintained by the Floyd County Sheriff and Property Valuation Administrator
Voting and election records — voter registration data and election results maintained by the Floyd County Clerk
Meeting minutes and agendas — Floyd County Fiscal Court meeting records available through the county government offices
Budget and financial documents — annual budgets and expenditure reports maintained by the Floyd County Judge-Executive's office
Law enforcement records — arrest logs and incident reports, where permitted by law, available through the Floyd County Sheriff's Office and the Kentucky State Police
Land use and zoning records — maintained by the Floyd County Planning and Zoning Commission

Is Floyd County an Open Records County?

Floyd County operates in full compliance with the Kentucky Open Records Act, codified at KRS § 61.870 through § 61.884. Under this statute, all public agencies in the Commonwealth, including those in Floyd County, are required to make non-exempt public records available for inspection and copying upon request.

As stated by the Kentucky Attorney General's Office, "The Open Records Act reflects the General Assembly's recognition that government is the servant of the people and not the master of them." This principle governs how Floyd County agencies respond to records requests and establishes the public's right to access government documentation.

The Kentucky Open Records Act requires agencies to respond to requests within five business days, provide written explanations for any denial, and cite the specific statutory exemption relied upon when withholding records. Floyd County agencies are subject to oversight by the Kentucky Attorney General, which adjudicates disputes between requestors and agencies through an administrative appeals process.

How Much Does It Cost to Get Public Records in Floyd County?

The current fee structure for public records in Floyd County is governed by KRS § 61.874, which sets limits on what agencies may charge for producing copies of public records. Standard fees applicable to most requests are as follows:

Record Type	Standard Fee
Paper copies (letter/legal size)	$0.10 per page
Certification of records	$5.00 per document
Electronic copies (where available)	Actual cost of medium
Deed copies	$0.50 per page
Search fees	Not permitted for standard requests

Inspection of records at the agency's office is provided at no charge.
Fees for certified vital records copies differ from standard copy fees and are set by the Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics.
Accepted payment methods at the Floyd County Clerk's Office include cash, check, and money order payable to the Floyd County Clerk.
Fee waivers may be available for indigent requestors or for requests made in the public interest, subject to agency discretion and applicable state guidelines.
Fees for records obtained through the Kentucky State Police open records process may differ from county-level fees and are governed by KSP's internal fee schedule.

Does Floyd County Have Free Public Records?

Free inspection of public records is available at Floyd County government offices during regular business hours. Under the Kentucky Open Records Act, no fee may be charged solely for the act of inspecting a record in person; charges apply only when copies are requested.

The following resources provide free access to certain Floyd County records:

The Kentucky Court of Justice online portal allows members of the public to search court case information at no cost, including case numbers, party names, and hearing dates for Floyd County proceedings.
The Floyd County Clerk's office provides free in-person inspection of property records, deed books, and election records at its public counter.
Vaccination records may be accessed at no charge through the KYIR immunization public portal, which enables individuals to retrieve their own immunization history from the Kentucky Immunization Registry.
The KYIR Public Portal maintained by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services allows residents to access, save, and share vaccination records without a fee.

Free inspection differs from free copies. While inspection at a government office carries no charge, obtaining physical or electronic copies of records is subject to the fee schedule described above.

Who Can Request Public Records in Floyd County?

Any person may submit a public records request to a Floyd County agency under the Kentucky Open Records Act. The statute does not restrict access based on residency, citizenship, or stated purpose. Requestors are not required to be Kentucky residents, and agencies may not demand that a requestor explain the reason for seeking a record as a condition of fulfilling the request.

Specific eligibility considerations include:

Identification: Agencies may request identification when the nature of the record requires verification of the requestor's identity, such as when accessing records containing personal information about the requestor.
Purpose: Requestors are not required to state a purpose for most public records requests. However, certain record types — such as those containing personal identifying information — may require the requestor to demonstrate a legitimate interest.
Non-residents: Non-residents of Floyd County and Kentucky retain full rights to request public records under state law.
Personal records: Individuals requesting their own records, such as personal court filings or vital records, may be required to provide proof of identity and, in some cases, proof of relationship to the subject of the record.
Third-party records: Requests for records pertaining to other individuals are subject to the same open records process, though certain personal information within those records may be redacted pursuant to applicable exemptions.

What Records Are Confidential in Floyd County?

Certain categories of records are exempt from public disclosure under the Kentucky Open Records Act. KRS § 61.878 enumerates the specific exemptions applicable to all public agencies in the Commonwealth, including those in Floyd County. The following record types are currently withheld from public inspection:

Sealed court records — records sealed by judicial order are not accessible to the general public
Juvenile records — records pertaining to minors involved in court proceedings are confidential under Kentucky law
Ongoing investigation records — law enforcement records compiled in the course of an active criminal investigation are exempt until the investigation is closed
Personal identifying information — Social Security numbers, financial account data, and similar identifiers are redacted from disclosed records
Medical records — protected under both state law and the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Adoption records — sealed by statute and accessible only through court order
Child welfare and protective services records — maintained as confidential by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services
Personnel records — employee records are exempt with limited exceptions for final disciplinary actions
Trade secrets and proprietary business information — submitted to government agencies under confidentiality agreements
Security plans and critical infrastructure details — withheld to protect public safety

As noted by the Kentucky Attorney General, agencies bear the burden of establishing that a withheld record falls within a specific statutory exemption. Requestors who believe a denial is improper may appeal to the Office of the Attorney General for an administrative review.

Floyd County Recorder's Office: Contact Information and Hours

Floyd County Clerk's Office
149 South Central Avenue
Prestonsburg, KY 41653
(606) 886-3816
Floyd County Clerk

Office Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Closed on state and federal holidays

Floyd County Circuit Court Clerk
149 South Central Avenue, Suite 1
Prestonsburg, KY 41653
(606) 886-9215
Floyd County Circuit Court Clerk

Office Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Closed on state and federal holidays

Floyd County Property Valuation Administrator
149 South Central Avenue
Prestonsburg, KY 41653
(606) 886-9622
Floyd County PVA

Office Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Floyd County Sheriff's Office
149 South Central Avenue
Prestonsburg, KY 41653
(606) 886-6171
Floyd County Sheriff