Jefferson County Clerk
What does this office do?
- Issuing marriage licenses and keeping property filings
- Running county elections, in many counties
- Handling business filings, permits, and licenses
Affects: Anti-Corruption, Government Efficiency, Election Integrity,
Candidates:
Democratic · Incumbent
David Yates is the incumbent Jefferson County Clerk and the Democratic nominee for a full term in 2026. He became clerk in October 2025 after serving in the Kentucky Senate, Louisville Metro Council, and Kentucky Attorney General's office.
Records: Election Integrity 1 for, Government Efficiency 1 for
Sources: web.sos.ky.gov · elections.jeffersoncountyclerk.org · vrsws.sos.ky.gov