Estate Planning & Probate in Campbell County, Kentucky

Most Campbell County estate questions come down to one fork: avoid probate before a death, or work through it after one. Pick the path that fits, then work from the local District Court details.

The Probate Process in Campbell 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 Campbell County, probate runs through the District Court at 330 York St., Newport. The court sits in the 17th Judicial Circuit.

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Probate Court Record

District Court

Campbell County · 17th Judicial Circuit

Address

330 York St.Newport, KY 41071

Hours

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

Recording Office Record

County Clerk

Campbell County

Address

1098 Monmouth St.Newport, KY 41071

Hours

Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-4:00 PM; 1st & last Mon/Thu 8:30 AM-6:00 PM

E-recording

Available via Simplifile, CSC, ePN, Indecomm
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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, local check, money order, and credit/debit cards (fee applies); cash is required for bond payments.

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