Estate Planning & Probate in Calloway County, Kentucky

Calloway County estate questions split two ways—planning so your family skips probate, or settling an estate that is already in it. This page points you to the right path—planning ahead, or settling an estate at the District Court.

The Probate Process in Calloway County

Probate is the court-supervised process of settling someone's estate after they die — validating the will, paying debts and taxes, and transferring what's left to the heirs. In Calloway County, probate runs through the District Court at 312 N. 4th St., Murray. The court sits in the 42nd Judicial Circuit. The same 42nd Judicial Circuit also serves Marshall.

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Probate Court Record

District Court

Calloway County · 42nd Judicial Circuit

Address

312 N. 4th St.Murray, KY 42071

Hours

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Paper filing availableE-filing optional
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Recording Deeds & Property Documents

Recording Office Record

County Clerk

Calloway County

Address

101 S. 5th St., Suite 5Murray, KY 42071

E-recording

Available via Simplifile
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$46 for the first 5 pages plus $3 for each page beyond 5; transfer tax may need separate review.

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Verified September 4, 2026 · Source

Local Procedures at the District Court

Clerk accepts cash, check, money order, credit/debit cards (fee); cash is required specifically for bond and restitution payments.

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