One of the primary responsibilities of the County Attorney is to provide legal counsel and advice to the Warren County Fiscal Court, county officers, boards, commissions, and various local government agencies in all matters concerning county business. As required by KRS 69.210, the County Attorney attends all fiscal court meetings and conducts all business of that body touching the rights and interests of the County. This includes:
- Legal Advice on County policies
- Review Contracts and other Legal Agreements of County
- Advice and Counsel on personnel and employment matters
- Enacting and Enforcing County Ordinances;
Collect Delinquent Taxes - Supervise Payment of Claims and Oppose Payment of any Illegal or Unjust Bills
- Institute and Defend all civil actions where County has an interest
- Investigate and Advise on Entertainment Permit Requests
- Represent County on all Open Record Request Appeals
- Represent Property Valuation Administrator for Property Assessment Appeals
- Provide Training for all Election Officers; Advise Election Board and provide Election Instruction Cards
- Assist in all Coroner Inquests
- Provide Legal Training and Preparation of Legal Documents
Resources:
County Department Directory