Estate Planning & Probate in Graves County, Kentucky
There are two reasons people look up Graves County probate: to keep a family out of it, or to get a loved one's estate through it. Start with your situation below; both paths use Graves County's actual court and recording details.
The Probate Process in Graves 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 Graves County, probate runs through the District Court at 1102 Paris Road, Suite 21, Mayfield. The court sits in the 52nd Judicial Circuit.
Full Graves Countyprobate guide: cost, how to file & attorneys →Probate Court Record
District Court
Graves County · 52nd Judicial Circuit
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Recording Deeds & Property Documents
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County Clerk
Graves County
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E-recording
$46 for the first 5 pages plus $3 for each page beyond 5; transfer tax may need separate review.
Full recording details →Verified September 4, 2026 · Source
Local Procedures at the District Court
Graves County main courthouse damaged by the December 2021 tornado. Court operations are at the temporary annex at 1102 Paris Road, Suite 21. Designated disability parking and elevator access available. Clerk accepts cash, cashier's check, and money order. Out-of-state checks not accepted. Online ePay available.
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