Audit

Kentucky Auditor of Public Accounts

APA-KY

73/100

Summary

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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.

Independence Scorecard

Independence Score: 73/100 (good)
73/100
Moderate
Methodology v0.1
AppointmentMixed (multi-branch)
Term length4 years
Removal standardImpeachment only
Budget independenceLegislative line item
Subpoena powerYes
Compel testimonyYes
Records accessFull access
Public reports requiredYes
Pre-publication reviewNone — reports published directly

Statute

Name
Kentucky Revised Statutes, Chapter 43 — Auditor of Public Accounts
Citation
Ky. Rev. Stat. §§ 43.010-43.090
Full text
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Jurisdiction scope

State agencies, local governments, and entities receiving state funds

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