Upholding Justice at the Highest Level

Kentucky First Appellate District, Division 1 is a seat within the Kentucky Court of Appeals. The Court of Appeals is Kentucky’s intermediate appellate court and typically hears cases in rotating three judge panels, helping ensure appeals are reviewed fairly and consistently across the Commonwealth.

This division represents the First Appellate District, which covers a group of western Kentucky counties. The judge serving this division participates in reviewing appeals and issuing written decisions that guide lower courts and strengthen statewide consistency in how the law is applied.

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Contact Information

Physical Address
📍 Kentucky First Appellate District, Division 1
401 Frederica Street, Suite A 102
Owensboro, KY 42303

Phone: (270) 687-7116

Official Website:

🔗 kycourts.gov (Kentucky Court of Appeals Division page)

Jurisdiction & Responsibilities

This division supports the Kentucky Court of Appeals responsibilities, including
• Reviewing appeals from trial courts and issuing written decisions as part of three judge panels
• Providing an appellate review level before matters reach the Kentucky Supreme Court
• Serving a defined appellate district, ensuring regional representation within a statewide appellate court
• Helping maintain consistent interpretation of Kentucky law through published opinions

Location Coordinates

📌 Latitude 37.7742° N
📌 Longitude 87.1117° W

Learn More

For Court of Appeals procedures, panels, and additional information, visit the Kentucky Court of Justice website resources for the Court of Appeals.For additional appellate court resources and related guides, visit Brownstone Law.