Voter Education Glossary
Understanding Louisville Metro Government & Policy
This comprehensive glossary explains 375 terms related to Louisville Metro government, policy, and civic engagement. Each term includes Louisville-specific context and explains why it matters to you as a voter.
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Jefferson County Attorney
An independently elected official (not appointed by the mayor) who serves as legal advisor to Louisville Metro Government and prosecutes […]
Read Full Definition → Jefferson County Clerk
– Website: jeffersoncountyclerk.org – Phone: (502) 574-6100 – Address: 527 W Jefferson St, Louisville, KY 40202
Read Full Definition → Jefferson County Clerk (Election Duties)
The elected official responsible for conducting elections in Jefferson County, including maintaining voter registration records, providing ballots, managing polling locations, […]
Read Full Definition → Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS)
The public school district serving Louisville Metro and Jefferson County, operating 173 schools with approximately 100,000 students and 15,000 employees, […]
Read Full Definition → Juvenile Justice
Separate legal system for people under 18, emphasizing rehabilitation over punishment. Juvenile records typically sealed at age 18, giving young […]
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