Criminal Division

If you have a complaint against another party, and would like to attempt to take out an Arrest Warrant, or if you need a Summons for the party to appear in court, you must first file a Complaint at the County Attorney’s Mediation and Warrants Office, located at:

After that, a judge will decide if it is worthy of a Warrant or a Summons, and order the appropriate law enforcement agency to find, serve and/or arrest the offending party.

What is an Emergency Protective Order?

After an EPO is filed, a judge will decide whether to issue it, and then order The Sheriff’s Office to serve the Emergency Protective Order on the respondant.

Additional Helpful Information:

Partner 911: - Free cell phones that only dial 911, issued to people who live in an at-risk situation

The Center for Women and Families: - Help for people affected by domestic violence. - 24Hr help line - 502-581-7222

VINE System (Victim Information and Notification Everyday): - Allows you to be notified if your abuser has been released from jail or prison, or to just check on their current status. - 1-800-511-1670