Criminal Division

Kentucky law requires all vehicles purchased in another state to be inspected by the Sheriff in the county where the vehicle is to be licensed.

Please note: These requirements apply primarily to automobiles, trucks and motorcycles that have been in good working condition, considered roadworthy under KRS, and have been previously registered in another state.

WHY DO I NEED AN INSPECTION?

An out of state inspection is only required when a vehicle is brought into Kentucky from another state or purchased in another state, and whereas the owner is going to reside in Jefferson County, and would like to obtain a Jefferson County license plate. Your vehicle must comply with the provisions of KRS Chapter 189 pertaining to vehicle equipment.

Simply put, your vehicle must be in a safe condition for operation upon the highway and capable of transporting both persons and contents in a safe manner. This would include, but not be limited to, the brakes, steering, headlights, rear lights, brake lights, and turn signals being in place and fully operable. Additionally, all window glass must be in place and the vehicle must be equipped with operable front windshield wipers.

Tinting on front door windows is less than 35%.

WHAT WILL BE INSPECTED?

A Jefferson County Deputy Sheriff, certified in vehicle inspections, will check the vehicle identification number (VIN) and compare it with the number on the Title or Certificate of Origin. The inspector shall also check the vehicle for all safety features, including lights, wipers, horn, turn signals, glass, brakes, tires, exhaust, etc. This information, along with the vehicle’s mileage, is recorded on a Kentucky Application for Certificate of Title/Registration Form.

You must take this completed form to the County Clerk to obtain your Kentucky license plate.

WHAT IS THE COST?

The fee for an inspection is $5.00 cash or check only - sorry, no credit cards. For businesses that have 2 or more vehicles to be inspected, we can come to you but there will also be a trip fee charge of $10.00.

What do I need to bring?

• Vehicle Title
• Your Drivers License
• $5.00 (cash or check only, Local Banks Preferred)

Please call any of the following numbers with questions about salvage titles, golf carts, scooters, trailers, mopeds etc., as often there are specific requirements for specific vehicles that fall outside of the usual out of state transfer and registration.

Downtown

Dixie Branch

County Clerk's Office
4919-F Dixie Highway
Kroger Shopping Center
Monday 10:30 AM – 6:15 PM
Lunch on Monday 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Tuesday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:15 PM
Lunch daily 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Ph: (502) 448-8976

Fairdale Branch

County Clerk's Office
10616 West Manslick Road
Fairdale Playtorium
M, W, T, F 8:30 AM – 4:15 PM
Lunch 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Tuesday 10:30 AM – 6:15 PM
Lunch 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Ph: (502) 368-3294

Highview Branch

County Clerk's Office
7813 Beulah Church Road
Beulah Church Shopping Center
Monday 10:30 AM – 6:15 PM
Lunch 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Tuesday – Friday 8:30 AM – 4:15 PM
Lunch 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Ph: (502) 231-3167

East Branch

County Clerk's Office
12312-A Shelbyville Road
Middletown Plaza
Monday 10:30 AM – 6:15 PM
Lunch on Monday 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Tuesday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:15 PM
Lunch daily 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Ph: (502) 245-0090

Westport Branch

County Clerk's Office
9451 Westport Road, Suite 117
M, T, Th, F 8:30 AM – 4:15 PM
Lunch 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Wednesday 10:30 AM – 6:15 PM
Lunch 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Ph: (502) 425-0365

West Branch

County Clerk's Office
228 Amy Ave
French Plaza
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30 AM – 4:15 PM PM
Lunch 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Ph: (502)-916-5143