KY HB338

Dismissed forcible detainer (eviction) cases must be automatically expunged by the court within 14 days, with no action required by the defendant, and all records deleted from court and consumer reporting agency systems.

Minors cannot be named as defendants in eviction actions unless they are the actual leaseholder; improperly named minors may have their names expunged upon petition at any time.

Court records for forcible detainer cases become confidential and restricted to parties and their attorneys, with all documents sealed in an envelope after final order unless a court permits inspection.

Consumer reporting agencies are prohibited from maintaining information about dismissed eviction actions in Kentucky courts.

Provisions apply to eviction actions filed on or after the effective date of the Act.