Oldham County mom sues Kentucky child welfare officials over records request

By: Deborah Yetter

Outlets: Kentucky Lantern

Published: January 26, 2026

Words: 1,456

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 3 days ago

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An Oldham County mother has filed a lawsuit against Kentucky child welfare officials, alleging they violated state open records law by failing to provide records related to child deaths and serious injuries from neglect and abuse.

Jennifer Mortenson, who has 12 children, six of whom are adopted, said she is seeking the records to determine whether there are gaps in Kentucky’s system when it comes to protecting children.

While the Cabinet for Health and Family …

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