Nelson County Attorney is the official prosecutorial and legal advisory office for Nelson County, Kentucky, specializing in misdemeanor prosecution, juvenile court cases, and county legal affairs. As a government law firm, it stands out for its comprehensive public service role, handling both criminal matters and civil county functions from its Bardstown location.
The office takes a public-focused approach, serving residents, local government bodies, and victims of low-level crimes. It operates with authority granted to county attorneys under Kentucky law, providing legal counsel to the fiscal court, prosecuting offenses, and managing statutory duties like delinquent tax collection and child support enforcement.
Services Offered
- Misdemeanor crime prosecution
- Violation prosecution (fine-only offenses)
- Juvenile court cases
- Legal advisement for the fiscal court
- Drafting county ordinances
- Delinquent property tax collection
- Cold check collection
- Guardianship of adults
- Initiation of criminal charges
- Child support services (filing, enforcement, general info)
- Traffic offenses, license points, and DUI complaints
- Mental inquest warrants
- Casey Law petitions (involuntary substance abuse treatment)
- Tim’s Law petitions (assisted outpatient treatment)
- Traffic Safety Course applications
- Criminal complaint filing
- Open records requests
- Drug treatment petitions
The office serves all residents and legal matters within Nelson County, operating during standard government hours. It provides essential public legal functions, including specialized petitions and support services tailored to local needs.
