St. Matthews, KY · Jefferson County
Ethics Complaint Form
The Ethics Complaint Form lets a person submit a written, sworn complaint to the St. Matthews Board of Ethics alleging a violation of the city’s Ethics Ordinance.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Use this two-page form to give the St. Matthews Board of Ethics information about an alleged violation of the city’s Ethics Ordinance, including the person involved, the nature of the concern, and supporting facts and approximate dates. The city requires a written complaint with an original notarized signature; it will not accept a copy of the signature. The person named in the complaint will receive a copy and have an opportunity to respond.
Who needs it
Anyone filing a written complaint with the St. Matthews Board of Ethics alleging that someone may have violated the city’s Ethics Ordinance needs this form.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes a sworn-and-subscribed jurat: the complainant signs and swears or affirms the allegations before a notary, who completes the notarial block.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Form
Get the St. Matthews Ethics Complaint Form and review its instructions.
- 2
Complete The Complaint
Type or print legibly in black or blue ink. Include the facts and approximate dates supporting your allegations.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange a session with a commissioned online notary to notarize your sworn complaint.
- 4
Sign On Video
Sign and swear or affirm the complaint before the notary, who completes the notarial block.
- 5
Submit The Original
File the original notarized complaint with the City of St. Matthews; the form says a signature copy will not be accepted.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from St. Matthews. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I file an ethics complaint in St. Matthews?
- Complete the form with the complaint details and supporting facts, sign it before a notary, and file the original notarized form with the city.
- Do I need to submit an original notarized signature?
- Yes. The form says the Board of Ethics requires an original notarized signature and will not accept a copy of your signature.
- Can I notarize this complaint online?
- Kentucky permits its notaries registered as online notaries to notarize remotely and recognizes acts by other authorized notaries. Use a commissioned online notary, and confirm the city accepts online notarization.
- What happens after I file the complaint?
- The person named in the complaint will receive a copy and have an opportunity to file a response to the allegations.
- Where can I confirm how to submit the form?
- Check the city’s filing instructions. If you are unsure about submission details, confirm with the city or county clerk.