--- title: "Jenny Hines | KnowJudges" canonical: "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/jenny-hines-district-judge-kentucky-district-court-division-2-ky" page_type: "judge_profile" updated: "2026-10-07" --- # Jenny Hines Kentucky 2nd Judicial District Court ยท District Judge ## Profile - Court: Kentucky 2nd Judicial District Court - State: Kentucky - Role: District Judge - Service status: active - Last verified: 2026-07-29 ## Summary Official statewide and applicable court procedural guidance applies to this judge. ## Before you appear - Read the judge-specific standing order first when one is listed. - Check the docket and case orders for requirements that supersede broader guidance. - Confirm current remote-access and courtroom technology arrangements before the proceeding. ## Courtroom Rules ### remote hearing platform Scope: statewide Kentucky Court of Justice publishes statewide instructions for using Zoom to participate in remote court proceedings. Evidence excerpt: This page provides general instructions about how to use Zoom to participate in a remote court proceeding. [Kentucky Court of Justice: Remote Court General Instructions](https://kycourts.gov/Courts/Pages/Remote-Court-Information.aspx) Source checked: 2026-07-26 ### video voice content sharing Scope: statewide Kentucky identifies Zoom as a platform that supports video, voice, and content sharing for desktops, mobile devices, phones, and room systems. Evidence excerpt: Zoom is a videoconferencing platform that offers video, voice and content sharing for desktops, mobile devices, phones and room systems. [Kentucky Court of Justice: Remote Court General Instructions](https://kycourts.gov/Courts/Pages/Remote-Court-Information.aspx) Source checked: 2026-07-26 ### county login information Scope: statewide Kentucky directs parties to obtain specific remote-court login information from the circuit court clerk for the county where they are scheduled to appear. Evidence excerpt: To request specific login information for your court event, contact the Office of Circuit Court Clerk in the county in which you are scheduled to appear. [Kentucky Court of Justice: Remote Court General Instructions](https://kycourts.gov/Courts/Pages/Remote-Court-Information.aspx) Source checked: 2026-07-26 ## Sources - [Official profile](https://kycourts.gov/Courts/County-Information/Pages/McCracken.aspx) - [Official roster](https://kycourts.gov/Courts/County-Information/Pages/McCracken.aspx) - [Kentucky Court of Justice official judicial roster](https://kycourts.gov/Courts/County-Information/Pages/McCracken.aspx) - [Kentucky Court of Justice: Remote Court General Instructions](https://kycourts.gov/Courts/Pages/Remote-Court-Information.aspx) ## JSON-LD ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/jenny-hines-district-judge-kentucky-district-court-division-2-ky", "url": "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/jenny-hines-district-judge-kentucky-district-court-division-2-ky", "name": "Jenny Hines | KnowJudges", "description": "Jenny Hines, Kentucky 2nd Judicial District Court. 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(2009) - Murray State University, History and Political Science, magna cum laude, 2006 ### Additional information - overseeing law enforcement and nuclear security operations at Whiteman Air Force Base from 2009 to 2013 - Highly qualified legal professional and community advocate - Began her legal career at Boehl, Stopher & Graves, LLP, where she became a partner and practiced in various areas of law, including federal court cases - She emphasizes honesty, integrity, and empathy as essential qualities for a judge and seeks to leave a positive impact on her community through her judicial service Jenny Hines combines military service, legal expertise, and community dedication, making her a prominent candidate for the McCracken County District Judge position - Her campaign emphasizes justice, practical decision-making, and experience, highlighting her background in both appellate law and community service - Her professional affiliations include the NRA, NAACP, and Lions Club, reflecting her engagement in civic and professional organizations