SASSAFRAS · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
A
21/24
Sassafras gets an A.
Kentucky Open Records Act gives 5 business days with binding AG opinions. Booking photos public default. CourtNet provides public docket search. Among the better-graded Southern frameworks.
Note: Statewide grade applies — no separate local grade yet computed for Sassafras.
COMPUTED 2026-06-15 18:24 UTC · SCORE 21/24
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FBI Wanted
U.S. Courts
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- → https://www.fbi.gov [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-15 18:00 UTC]
- → https://www.fbi.gov/wanted [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-15 18:00 UTC]
- → https://www.uscourts.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-15 18:00 UTC]
- → https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-06-15 18:00 UTC]
Method: Live source health verified against official government portals at the timestamp shown. Grade computed from a six-criterion rubric (records access, fees, turnaround, e-filing, mugshot policy, body-cam release). How we grade →
Live · FBI Most Wanted · KY Field Offices (Statewide)
Currently Wanted by the FBI
Active FBI cases from the KY field office (statewide). Data: api.fbi.gov, refreshed every 6 hours.
Source: FBI.gov · Wanted
Live · NCMEC Missing Children · KY
Children Missing From Kentucky (Statewide)
Active Kentucky cases from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (statewide feed). Refreshed every 6 hours.
Layne Thompson (KY)
Sofia Hernandez Perez (KY)
Eidan Hernandez Perez (KY)
Kyla Carroll (KY)
LaMiah Garcia (KY)
James Bess (KY)
Source: NCMEC · National Center for Missing & Exploited Children · If you have information, call 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678).
Live · Updated Daily
Recent Kentucky Court Cases
Most recent Kentucky court filings indexed across districts and counties.
| Docket | Parties | Indexed |
|---|---|---|
| BANKRUPTCY 26-10548 | Randy Jay Simpson | 06/15/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-50195-mbn | Kendra Jennine McElroy | 06/15/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 23-10070-jal | Michael Ray Johnson | 06/15/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-31596 | Cierra J. Sorrell-Young | 06/15/2026 |
| CRIMINAL 23-40097-crm | Chad Michael Fugate and Joy Lee Fugate | 06/15/2026 |
| CRIMINAL 23-40618-crm | Dwain Donald Eagen and Rachel Dewan Eagen | 06/15/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 23-30999-jal | Leo D Cundiff and Mary J Cundiff | 06/15/2026 |
| CRIMINAL 26-31598-crm | LaTayna ShonTeise Britton | 06/15/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-40440 | Leroy Andrew Papineau | 06/15/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-31599-jal | Sarah E. Gordon | 06/15/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-31600 | Tony R. Geary | 06/15/2026 |
| CRIMINAL 26-30930-crm | Elwood Birdsong | 06/15/2026 |
Cited Answers · Verified Sources · County-level FAQ — applies to all of Knott County
Common Questions
Answers verified against official agency websites and state statutes. Note: County-level FAQ — applies to all of Knott County. No city-specific FAQ is available yet — the answers below apply to the broader jurisdiction.
How do I find arrest records in Mallie?▼
Mallie, KY (Knott County) arrest records: Knott County Sheriff (https://knottcountysheriff.com/) for local arrests, jail roster — call records section. Knott County Detention Center inmate info via county. Statewide: Kentucky State Police Records Branch (https://kentuckystatepolice.org/criminal-records/) $20 name-based. Statute KRS §17.150 (https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=46087). Court records: Kentucky Court of Justice CourtNet 2.0 (https://kcoj.kycourts.net/courtnet/) — $20/year subscription or free at courthouse. FBI Identity History Summary $18. KY Open Records Act (KRS §61.870-884). Mountain Eagle local newspaper for community-level news (https://www.themountaineagle.com/).
What's the way to search for inmates in Kentucky?▼
To search for inmates in Kentucky, the Kentucky Department of Corrections Offender Lookup at https://kool.corrections.ky.gov/ shows current and former state-prison inmates with offender ID, location, sentence, and projected release date. For county jail detainees, contact the local sheriff: Jefferson County (Louisville) at https://corrections.jeffersoncountyky.gov/, Fayette County (Lexington) at https://www.fayettesheriff.com/, Kenton County at https://www.kentoncounty.org/. The Federal BOP locator at https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ covers federal facilities. Kentucky Open Records Act (KRS 61.870) governs disclosure of inmate roster data. Sources: KY Corrections (https://corrections.ky.gov/), Federal BOP (https://www.bop.gov/).
Where do I look up probate records in Jefferson?▼
To look up probate records in Jefferson County, KY, contact the Jefferson County District Court — Probate Division at 700 W. Jefferson Street, Louisville, KY 40202 (502-595-3055). Once a will is admitted to probate it becomes a public court record under KY Open Records Act (KRS 61.870). Search Kentucky CourtNet at https://kcoj.kycourts.net/CourtNet/ for probate case status. Certified copies of probated wills cost $1 per page plus $5 certification at the District Court Clerk. The Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives at https://kdla.ky.gov/ holds historical pre-1900 wills. Sources: KY CourtNet (https://kcoj.kycourts.net/CourtNet/), KDLA (https://kdla.ky.gov/).
How do I find a divorce record in Hart?▼
To find a divorce record in Hart County, KY, contact the Hart Circuit Court Clerk at 415 S. Main Street, Munfordville, KY 42765 (270-524-5181). Divorce decrees become public records once filed under KY Open Records Act (KRS 61.870). Search Kentucky CourtNet at https://kcoj.kycourts.net/CourtNet/ for case status. Statewide divorce verifications are issued by the Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics at https://www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/dpqi/vsb/ for $6 (one-line proof, not full decree), covering 1958-present. Certified copies of decrees cost $1 per page plus $5 certification at the Circuit Clerk. Sources: KY CourtNet (https://kcoj.kycourts.net/CourtNet/), KY Vital Statistics (https://www.chfs.ky.gov/).
Where do recent arrests show up in Jefferson?▼
For recent arrests in Jefferson County, KY (Louisville), the Louisville Metro Department of Corrections inmate search at https://corrections.jeffersoncountyky.gov/ shows current detainees at the Louisville Metro Department of Corrections. The Louisville Metro Police Department arrest blotter is at https://louisvilleky.gov/police, with arrest reports released under Kentucky Open Records Act (KRS 61.870). Jefferson County Sheriff's Office at 531 Court Place, Louisville, KY 40202 (502-574-5400). Court charges tied to arrests are searchable on KY CourtNet at https://kcoj.kycourts.net/CourtNet/. Sources: Louisville Metro Corrections (https://corrections.jeffersoncountyky.gov/), LMPD (https://louisvilleky.gov/police).
How can I determine if someone is driving with a suspended license in Kentucky?▼
To determine if someone is driving with a suspended license in Kentucky, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet does NOT publish a public list of suspended drivers. The licensed driver can check their own status at https://drive.ky.gov/. Law enforcement and courts have access to the Kentucky State Police's KCJIS database. If you suspect someone is driving suspended, report it to local police; they can run a check on the spot. Insurance companies and authorized employers can obtain driving records under federal DPPA (18 U.S.C. §2721) with proper purpose. Note: This question is unrelated to SSN topics; the topic field appears mismatched. Sources: KY Transportation Cabinet (https://drive.ky.gov/), DPPA (https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/2721).
📊 Public Data Sources for Sassafras, KY
Aggregated from federal agencies (DOJ, FBI, EPA, IRS, CFPB, HHS-OIG, FDIC, NPPES) and local arrest feeds. All sources public-domain.
🔎 Crime Data & Public Safety Sources
Direct lookups · Sassafras, KY · external links open in new tab
Official Crime Statistics & Registries
.GOVFBI Crime Data Explorer
Official UCR / NIBRS crime stats for KY
.GOVNSOPW (Sex Offender Registry)
DOJ — search all 50 state registries
.GOVBureau of Justice Statistics
DOJ's primary criminal-justice data agency
.GOVCDC WISQARS
Injury, violence & fatality stats by county
.GOVUS Marshals 15 Most Wanted
Federal fugitives
.GOVATF Most Wanted
Firearms, arson & explosives fugitives
Interactive Crime Maps
Federal Agency Lookups (KY)
.GOVEPA ECHO
Environmental violations & enforcement by facility
.GOVNPPES NPI Registry
Search healthcare providers in KY
.GOVFDIC BankFind
FDIC-insured banks in KY
.GOVCFPB Consumer Complaints
Financial-product complaints database
.GOVOFAC Sanctions Search
US Treasury sanctions list
.GOVSEC EDGAR
Public-company filings in KY
.GOVIRS Tax-Exempt Search
501(c)(3) nonprofit lookups
.GOVUS Census Bureau
Demographics & statistics for KY
📰 Recent Federal Law Enforcement News 8 items
Statewide (KY) — federal-news feed scoped to state
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🏥 Healthcare Providers (NPPES) 3
City of Sassafras, KY
| Name | City |
|---|---|
| SUMNER PHYSICAL THERAPY | SASSAFRAS |
| LINDSEY CRAFT | SASSAFRAS |
| WENDY SPENCER | SASSAFRAS |
🏭 EPA Regulated Facilities 8
| Facility | City |
|---|---|
| OIL SPILL (LEECO, INC.) | SASSAFRAS |
| BLUE DIAMOND MINING LLC (897-0594) | SASSAFRAS |
| DIAMOND MAY COAL CO (860-5199) | SASSAFRAS |
| KYZ RED OAK RESOURCES, LLC (860-8019) | SASSAFRAS |
| BLUE DIAMOND MINING LLC (860-9020) | SASSAFRAS |
| DIAMOND MAY COAL CO (860-5238 & 860-5285 | SASSAFRAS |
| B & W RESOURCES INC - PIONEER PREP PLANT | SASSAFRAS |
| KY DOP CARR CREEK STATE PARK | SASSAFRAS |
🏛️ Latest Government Feeds 12
Direct from KY state + federal sources · no aggregators
doj_news
Bardstown Man and Woman Sentenced to Over 30 years and 10 Years in Federal Prison for Fentanyl and Cocaine Trafficking Operation
Jun 12, 2026
doj_news
Louisville Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Federal Prison for Distribution of Methamphetamine
Jun 9, 2026
doj_news
Paducah Man Sentenced to 17 1/2 Years in Federal Prison for Distribution of Methamphetamine
Jun 9, 2026
doj_news
Laurel County Man Sentenced for Transporting a Minor to Engage in Criminal Sexual Activity
Jun 3, 2026
FBI Field Office
Laurel County Man Sentenced for Transporting a Minor to Engage in Criminal Sexual Activity
Jun 3, 2026
doj_news
13 Illegal Aliens Arrested, 8 Indicted for Using a False Social Security Number to Obtain Employment
Jun 1, 2026
Federal Circuit
QUOTE – Furniture procurement, delivery & installation – Cincinnati, OH
Jun 11, 2026
FBI National
Master of Shadow Fleet Tanker Pleads Guilty in D.C. for Evading U.S. Coast Guard During Weeks-Long Pursuit
Jun 12, 2026
Sources: state appellate courts, state AGs, DOJ, SEC, FTC, FDA, DOL, Federal Reserve, OCC, and more. Direct from .gov — never aggregated.
Recent News in Sassafras
Public-safety and law-enforcement headlines relevant to this area.
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Kentucky State Police find human remains in Knott County woods
KNOTT COUNTY, Ky. (FOX 56) — Human remains were discovered Monday in a wooded area of Knott County, according to Kentucky State Police. Troopers said the remains were found shortly…
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Human remains discovered in Knott County
Kentucky State Police are investigating after human remains were discovered Monday morning in Knott County. Troopers, along with volunteer search-and-rescue personnel and K-9 teams…
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KSP: Human remains found in wooded area off Big Branch Road in Knott County
Kentucky State Police are investigating after human remains were discovered during a search along Big Branch Road in the Amburgey community of Knott County.
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Human remains discovered in eastern Kentucky county
According to the Kentucky State Police, the remains were found before 10 a.m. along the 2000 block of Big Branch Road in Amburgey in Knott County.