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Every year, Kentucky courts reject exhibits for:
- Wrong marking convention
- Missing electronic bookmarks
- Non-compliant file formats
This guide prevents those mistakes.
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Note: This guide provides general information, not legal advice. Court rules change, and local variations exist. Always verify current requirements with the specific court where you are filing.
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About Kentucky Exhibit Requirements
Kentucky operates 57 judicial circuits with eFiling through the Kentucky Court of Justice system. Jefferson County (Louisville) and Fayette County (Lexington) handle major caseloads.
What's in the Guide
- CR 16 pre-trial conference governs exhibit exchange procedures
- Kentucky eFiling mandatory statewide system with 25 MB file limit
- Jefferson County Business Court for complex commercial disputes
- Fayette County handles equine industry litigation
- 57 judicial circuits with unified statewide procedures
- Court-ordered deadlines strictly enforced for exhibit exchange
- Text-searchable PDF format required for all e-filed exhibits
- Stipulations encouraged for authenticity to streamline trial
County-Specific Rules Covered
Jefferson County (Louisville)
- • Kentucky's largest circuit handling highest statewide caseload
- • Business Court division for complex commercial disputes
Fayette County (Lexington)
- • Second largest circuit in the state
- • Equine industry litigation center (thoroughbred racing)
Kenton County (Northern Kentucky)
- • Cincinnati metro area with cross-border litigation
- • Commercial cases from Northern Kentucky business district
Pro Tips Included
- •Register for Kentucky eFiling before your first case - activation required
- •Request Business Court assignment in Jefferson County for complex commercial cases
- •Court-ordered deadlines are strictly enforced - extensions require good cause
- •Equine cases in Fayette County require specialized expert foundation testimony
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- 1.Missing court-ordered deadlines for exhibit exchange
- 2.Not requesting Business Court when case qualifies for enhanced management
- 3.Filing non-searchable PDFs that get rejected by eFiling system
- 4.Exceeding 25 MB file size limit without splitting into separate filings
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Kentucky Exhibit FAQs
How do I e-file exhibits in Kentucky courts?
Kentucky uses Kentucky eFiling as the statewide system for all 57 judicial circuits. You must register for eFiling access at courts.ky.gov before submitting documents. Exhibits must be in PDF format with a 25 MB file size limit per document. The eFiling system is mandatory for attorneys and standardized across all Kentucky circuit courts.
What are Kentucky's exhibit exchange deadlines?
Kentucky exhibit exchange deadlines are set by court order per CR 16 (Kentucky Rules of Civil Procedure Rule 16), not by a statewide fixed deadline. The pre-trial conference order will specify when exhibit lists must be exchanged and when exhibits must be made available to opposing counsel. Missing court-ordered deadlines can result in exhibits being excluded from trial.
What exhibit marking system does Kentucky require?
Kentucky courts use the P/D prefix system: plaintiffs mark exhibits as P-1, P-2, P-3, while defendants use D-1, D-2, D-3 per CR 16. This system is standard across all 57 Kentucky judicial circuits. Exhibits should be marked before the exchange deadline specified in your court order.
What is Jefferson County Business Court and when should I use it?
Jefferson County (Louisville) Business Court is a specialized division for complex commercial disputes. If your case involves business entities, commercial transactions exceeding $50,000, or corporate governance issues, you should request assignment to Business Court. Business Court has enhanced exhibit requirements and stricter scheduling orders than general civil cases. Failure to request Business Court when appropriate may result in transfer mid-case.
Are there special considerations for Fayette County equine cases?
Yes. Fayette County (Lexington) is the heart of Kentucky's thoroughbred horse racing industry and handles significant equine industry litigation. Equine cases often involve specialized exhibits such as breeding contracts, veterinary records, and bloodstock valuations requiring expert foundation testimony. While exhibit marking follows standard Kentucky CR 16 rules, the unique nature of equine evidence requires careful preparation and authentication.
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