How to Search Daviess County Records (Start Here)
If you need records from Daviess County, start by figuring out which office handles them.
- The Circuit Clerk handles all court records — criminal, civil, and family.
- Who owns what: that's at the Property Valuation Administrator.
- Go to the County Clerk for marriage license records.
- Arrest records and jail information are at the Sheriff.
Be aware: Kentucky uses PVA not Assessor, Sheriff collects taxes.
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Daviess County Inmates
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Search for Daviess County, Kentucky Detention Center current inmates by name or browse the detainee list.
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Almshouse Register 1846-1938
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Search the Illinois State Archives index of Jo Daviess County Almshouse Registers for the period 1846-1938.
Daviess County Property
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fastest way to find Daviess County records? ▼
Go to the Circuit Clerk for court and criminal filings. That's where case records are in Daviess County. If one search fails, the record is likely held by a different office entirely.
Where do I search for Daviess County public records? ▼
No single search covers Daviess County. Start with the Circuit Clerk for any type of court case. Property ownership and tax assessments are maintained by the Property Valuation Administrator. For marriage, your starting point is the County Clerk.
Why does my Daviess County search return no results? ▼
Most likely wrong database. Daviess County has multiple offices and none of them share data.
Is there a single database for all Daviess County records? ▼
No. There is no central search for Daviess County. Records are split across multiple departments.
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