Kentucky Family Court Forms and Filing Resources
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Kentucky publishes its own official family law forms, filing instructions, and self-help materials, but they are spread across several government sites. This page organizes the official Kentucky sources in one place so you can go straight to the right court page for forms, e-filing, rules, and locations.
Kentucky's core family statutes live in the Kentucky Revised Statutes Chapter 403 - Dissolution of Marriage. Self-represented family law filers must paper file with the circuit court clerk.
How the Kentucky court system handles family cases
Family cases in Kentucky are heard in the Circuit Court, usually in the Family Court Division. Most Kentucky counties have a dedicated Family Court division inside the Circuit Court.
Kentucky's 120 counties are grouped into judicial circuits.
Appeals from a family case generally go first to the Kentucky Court of Appeals, and the state's highest court is the Supreme Court of Kentucky.
Besides the judge, a Magistrate / Commissioner may handle parts of a family case. Besides the judge, a magistrate, commissioner, or referee may hear temporary orders, child support, and uncontested matters - usually subject to a judge's review.
Official Kentucky resources
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Kentucky state courts website (Kentucky judicial branch): The official home of the Kentucky court system, with statewide news, rules, and links to every court. https://courts.ky.gov
Kentucky family law forms (Kentucky judicial branch): The official statewide collection of family law forms published for Kentucky cases. Start here when you need the current version of a form. https://courts.ky.gov/forms
Kentucky self-help resources (Kentucky courts self-help): Official self-help information for people handling their own Kentucky family case, including instructions and plain-language guides. https://kyjustice.org
KYeCourts eFiling (KY Administrative Office of the Courts): Kentucky has eFiling, but as of mid-2026 people without a lawyer can only e-file small claims cases. For family court papers you file on paper with your circuit court clerk's office. https://kcoj.kycourts.net/kyecourts/Login
Kentucky court and clerk directory (search by county) (Kentucky judicial branch): Find the courthouse or clerk that serves your county, with locations and contact details. https://kcoj.kycourts.net/ContactList/Search
Kentucky rules of procedure (Kentucky judicial branch): The court rules that control deadlines, service, and how family cases move in Kentucky. https://courts.ky.gov/courts/supreme/rules
Kentucky mediation and dispute resolution (Kentucky judicial branch): Official information on mediation and alternative dispute resolution options for Kentucky family cases. https://courts.ky.gov/courtprograms/mediation
Kentucky financial affidavit and disclosure forms (kycourts.gov): The official source for the financial disclosure paperwork most Kentucky family cases ask for. https://kycourts.gov/resources/legalforms/Pages/default.aspx
Kentucky child support guideline resources (kycourts.gov): Official Kentucky child support guideline materials, worksheets, or calculators. https://chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dcbs/dcs/Pages/child-support-guidelines.aspx
KYeCourts / CourtNet 2.0 (Kentucky courts): Look up existing case records. Access is listed as mixed and the system is organized statewide. https://kcoj.kycourts.net/kyecourts/login/guestlogin
Frequently used official Kentucky forms
These links open official Kentucky government form documents directly. Courts revise forms, so if a direct link stops working, use the statewide forms collection above to find the current version.
Verified Disclosure Statement (AOC-238), form AOC-238 (Financial Disclosure), official document: https://www.kycourts.gov/Legal-Forms/Legal%20Forms/238-239.pdf
Verified Disclosure Statement (AOC-238.3), form AOC-238.3 (Financial Disclosure), official document: https://www.kycourts.gov/Legal-Forms/Legal%20Forms/238.3-239.3.pdf
Petition for Dissolution of Marriage, with children (AOC-252), form AOC-252 (Divorce / Dissolution), official document: https://www.kycourts.gov/Legal-Forms/Legal%20Forms/252.pdf
Response, Waiver and Notice (AOC-252.2), form AOC-252.2 (Divorce / Dissolution), official document: https://www.kycourts.gov/Legal-Forms/Legal%20Forms/252.2.pdf
Separation Agreement (AOC-252.4), form AOC-252.4 (Settlement Agreements), official document: https://www.kycourts.gov/Legal-Forms/Legal%20Forms/252.4.pdf
Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and Decree of Dissolution (AOC-252.6), form AOC-252.6 (Final Judgment / Final Orders), official document: https://www.kycourts.gov/Legal-Forms/Legal%20Forms/252.6.pdf
Motion to Submit for Entry of Decree of Dissolution (AOC-252.8), form AOC-252.8 (Final Judgment / Final Orders), official document: https://www.kycourts.gov/Legal-Forms/Legal%20Forms/252.8.pdf
Petition / Motion for Order of Protection (AOC-275.1), form AOC-275.1 (Domestic Violence), official document: https://www.kycourts.gov/Legal-Forms/Legal%20Forms/275.1.pdf
Order of Protection (AOC-275.3), form AOC-275.3 (Domestic Violence), official document: https://www.kycourts.gov/Legal-Forms/Legal%20Forms/275.3.pdf
Motion to Proceed In Forma Pauperis; Affidavit; and Order (AOC-026), form AOC-026 (Fee Waiver), official document: https://www.kycourts.gov/Legal-Forms/Legal%20Forms/026.pdf
Petition for Name Change (AOC-295), form AOC-295 (Name Change), official document: https://www.kycourts.gov/Legal-Forms/Legal%20Forms/295.pdf
Certificate of Dissolution of Marriage (AOC-250), form AOC-250 (Divorce / Dissolution), official document: https://www.kycourts.gov/Legal-Forms/Legal%20Forms/250.pdf
Filing fees: Dissolution filing fee: ~$163.
E-filing link data for Kentucky was last verified June 2026. Report anything outdated through our contact page and we will re-check the official source.
Frequently asked questions
Where do I find official Kentucky family court forms?
The official statewide source is the Kentucky judicial branch forms collection linked on this page. Always download forms from the official site so you have the current version, and check whether your county adds local forms or cover sheets.
Can I e-file my own family case in Kentucky?
Kentucky has eFiling, but as of mid-2026 people without a lawyer can only e-file small claims cases. For family court papers you file on paper with your circuit court clerk's office. Self-represented family law filers must paper file with the circuit court clerk.
How much does it cost to file a family case in Kentucky?
Dissolution filing fee: ~$163. If you cannot afford the fee, ask the clerk about a fee waiver or indigency application; every state has a process for requesting one.
Which court hears family cases in Kentucky?
Family cases in Kentucky are heard in the Circuit Court, usually in the Family Court Division. Most Kentucky counties have a dedicated Family Court division inside the Circuit Court.