Independent institutions that check this jurisdiction's own power — audit, ombudsman, inspector general, civilian review, ethics, and grand-jury bodies established by statute.
The Kentucky Auditor of Public Accounts is independently elected statewide to a four-year term and is a constitutional officer. The office audits state agencies, county governments, and school districts.
Read scorecard → 02 AuditKLEC is Kentucky's POST-equivalent body, established under KRS 15.315 within the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet. It certifies and decertifies all peace officers, telecommunicators, and court...
Read scorecard → 03 AuditThe Kentucky State Corrections Commission (KRS 196.701–196.703) is a 23-member body chaired by the Secretary of the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet. Its primary functions are awarding community...
Read scorecard → 04 Ethics CommissionThe Kentucky Executive Branch Ethics Commission enforces the Code of Ethics for executive branch officers and employees. Members are appointed by the Governor.
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