Jury Duty
“The greatest service of citizenship is jury duty.”
-Abraham Lincoln
FAQs
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Paperwork received in the mail must be completed and returned to the Clerk of the District Court before the due date listed in your Jury Summons letter.
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Jurors are chosen at random from current lists of persons age 18 and older, living in one of the 15th Judicial District counties, who are either registered voters or who have driver’s licenses. Some people are chosen several times during their lifetime; others are never chosen. So long as you are either a registered voter or have a driver’s license, you have the same chance of being chosen as anyone else who meets those criteria.
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You must be at least 18 years of age, a United States Citizen and a resident of the county you received the summons from. You are excluded from jury service if you have been convicted, pleaded guilty, or pleaded nolo contendere to a felony within the preceding 10 years. You are also excluded if you are under a present adjudication of incompetency by the court. If you have received a jury summons but do not qualify for jury service, please contact your local Clerk of the District Court
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Generally, to be excused from jury service for anything other than health reasons, you must appear in person and speak to the judge on the date you are summoned. Failure to honor the jury summons may subject you to a fine for contempt of court. If the scheduling of your jury service is the problem, you may reschedule your jury service ONE time only by contacting your local Clerk of the District Court.
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The rate of reimbursement is set by the Board of County Commissioners. Your Clerk of the District Court will be able to tell you the rate for your county.
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No, there is no Kansas law requiring employers to pay their employee while serving on a jury.
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No, Kansas law provides that no employer may fire or threaten to fire any permanent employee on account of the employee's jury service or scheduled attendance in connection with jury service (K.S.A. 43-173).
Answering the Call For Jury Service
County Specific Juror Information
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Jury Trial Status
Statuses Are Subject to Change! Please check your jury summons to determine the date you need to report. Call 785-332-8850 after 5:30 p.m. CST the evening before you are scheduled to appear for jury duty. A voice recording will confirm the status of the trial.
Reporting for Jury Service
Please report by your scheduled time to appear to the Cheyenne County Courthouse:
212 E. Washington
St. Francis, KS 67756
Parking
On-street parking is available on the south, west and east sides of the courthouse.
Directions From Main Courthouse Entrance
From the main entrance, use the stairs to the Upper Level. Proceed to your right at the top of the stairs. Check in at the Clerk of the District Court window.
Handicapped Accommodations
Elevators are available.
What You Should Bring
You may want to bring a jacket or sweater, as you may feel the courtroom is too cool for your comfort.
What to Leave in Your Car
Please leave your firearm, weapons, and chemical sprays (such as Mace) in your vehicle when you report for jury duty. You are permitted to carry your cell phone, but use is strictly prohibited.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please call the Clerk of the District Court, 785-332-8850, from 8:00am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm – 5:00pm CST, Monday through Friday.
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Checking Jury Trial Status
Statuses Are Subject to Change! Please check your jury summons to determine the date you need to report. Call 785-671-3654 after 5:30 p.m. CST the evening before you are scheduled to appear for jury duty. A voice recording will confirm the status of the trial.
Reporting for Jury Service
Please report by your scheduled time to appear to the Logan County Courthouse:
710 W. 2nd
Oakley, KS 67748
Parking
The main parking lot is located on the South side of the courthouse. Parking is also available on the North side of the courthouse.
Directions to Check In
When entering from the South side (main entrance) you will take a right from the courthouse lobby. District Court is the first door on your right.
Handicap Accommodations
Handicap restrooms are available in the basement of the courthouse. There is an elevator available, adjacent to the courthouse lobby, to access the basement. The handicap accessible entrance is located on the North side of the courthouse.
Restrooms
Located right next to the courthouse lobby. Additional restrooms are located outside of the jury room, as well as the handicap restrooms in the courthouse basement.
What You Should Bring
You may want to bring a jacket or sweater, as you may feel the courtroom is too cool for your comfort.
What to Leave in Your Car
Please leave your firearm, weapons, and chemical sprays (such as Mace) in your vehicle when you report for jury duty. You are permitted to carry your cell phone, but use is strictly prohibited. Please turn your cell phone off or on silent and remove your hats when entering the courtroom.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please call the Clerk of the District Court 785-671-3654 from 8:00am – 12:00pm, 1:00pm-5:00pm CST, Monday through Friday.
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Checking Jury Trial Status
Statuses are Subject to Change! Please check your jury summons to determine the date you need to report. Call 785-626-3465 after 5:30 p.m. CST the evening before you are scheduled to appear for jury duty. A voice recording will confirm the status of the trial.
Reporting for Jury Service
Please report by your scheduled time to appear to the Rawlins County Courthouse:
607 Main St, 3rd Floor
Atwood, KS 67730
Parking
You may park in the rear parking lot or along the street in front of the courthouse
Directions to Check in From Main Courthouse Entrance
Use stairs or take elevator to the 3rd Floor. Check-in will be located at the entrance to the courtroom.
Handicap accommodations: Please use the handicapped parking spaces in the north parking lot and take the elevator to the 3rd Floor.
What You Should Bring
You may want to bring a jacket or sweater, as you may feel the courtroom is too cool for your comfort.
What to Leave in Your Car
Please leave your firearm, weapons, and chemical sprays (such as Mace) in your vehicle when you report for jury duty. You are permitted to carry your cell phone, but use is strictly prohibited. Please turn your cell phone off or on silent and remove your hats when entering the courtroom.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please call the Clerk of the District Court 785-626-3465 from 8:00am -12:00pm and 1:00pm – 5:00pm CST, Monday through Friday.
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Checking Jury Trial Status
Statuses Are Subject to Change! Please check your jury summons to determine the date you need to report. Call 785-675-3451 after 5:30 p.m. CST the evening before you are scheduled to appear for jury duty. A voice recording will confirm the status of the trial.
Reporting for Jury Service
Please report by your scheduled time to appear to the Sheridan County Courthouse:
925 9th St., 3rd Floor
Hoxie, KS 67740
Parking
There is parking in the front (east) and back (west) side of the courthouse, or parking around the block of the courthouse.
Directions to Check In From Main Courthouse Entrance
Go up the stairs to the 3rd floor or use the elevator to the 3rd floor. There will be a table for juror check-in outside the Clerk of District Court office.
Handicap Accommodations
Handicap accessible door and parking is on the north side of the courthouse. The elevator is located on the west side of the building, to the right of the handicap accessible door entrance. Signs are posted.
What You Should Bring
You may want to bring a jacket or sweater, as you may feel the courtroom is too cool for your comfort.
What to Leave in Your Car
Please leave your firearm, weapons, and chemical sprays (such as Mace) in your vehicle when you report for jury duty. You are permitted to carry your cell phone, but use is strictly prohibited. Please turn your cell phone off or on silent and remove your hats when entering the courtroom.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please call the Clerk of the District Court 785-675-3451 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday.
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Checking Jury Trial Status
Statuses Are Subject to Change! Please check your jury summons to determine the date you need to report. Call 785-890-4850 after 5:30 p.m. MT the evening before you are scheduled to appear for jury duty. A voice recording will confirm the status of the trial.
Reporting for Jury Service
Please report by your scheduled time to appear to the Sherman County Courthouse:
813 Broadway RM 201
Goodland, KS 67735
Parking
On-street parking is available on the west and south sides of the courthouse. Potential jurors may also use on-street parking in front of the library to the west of the courthouse. A handicap entrance is located on the south side of the building. From the main entrance, use the stairs to the second Level. Proceed to your right at the top of the stairs. Check in at the Clerk of the District Court window. Elevators are available.
What You Should Bring
You may want to bring a jacket or sweater, as you may feel the courtroom is too cool for your comfort.
What to Leave in Your Car
Please leave your firearm, weapons, and chemical sprays (such as Mace) in your vehicle when you report for jury duty. You are permitted to carry your cell phone, but use is strictly prohibited. Please turn your cell phone off or on silent and remove your hats when entering the courtroom.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please call the Clerk of the District Court 785-890-4850 from 8:00am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm – 5:00pm MT, Monday through Friday.
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Checking Jury Trial Status
Statuses Are Subject to Change! Please check your jury summons to determine the date you need to report. Call 785-460- 4542 after 5:30 p.m. CST the evening before you are scheduled to appear for jury duty. A voice recording will confirm the status of the trial.
Reporting for Jury Service
Please report by your scheduled time to appear to the Thomas County Justice Center:
275 N. Court Ave
Colby, KS 67701
Parking
Public parking is available in the lot on the west and north sides of the Justice Center. Overflow parking is also available to the south at the Thomas County Courthouse.
Directions to Check In
From the main entrance, use the stairs to the Upper Level. Proceed to your right at the top of the stairs. Check in at the Clerk of the District Court window. Elevators are available.
What You Should Bring
You may want to bring a jacket or sweater, as you may feel the courtroom is too cool for your comfort.
What to Leave in Your Car
Please leave your firearm, weapons, and chemical sprays (such as Mace) in your vehicle when you report for jury duty. You are permitted to carry your cell phone, but use is strictly prohibited.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please call the Clerk of the District Court 785-460-4542 from 8:00am – 12:00pm and 1:00pm -5:00pm CST, Monday through Friday.
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Checking Jury Trial Status
Statuses Are Subject to Change! Please check your jury summons to determine the date you need to report. Call 785-852-4289 after 5:30 p.m. MT the evening before you are scheduled to appear for jury duty. A voice recording will confirm the status of the trial.
Reporting for Jury Service
Please report by your scheduled time to appear to the Wallace County Courthouse:
313 Main St
Sharon Springs, KS 67758
Parking
On the street around the courthouse square or in the parking lot directly behind the courthouse to the west.
Directions to Check in From Main Courthouse Entrance
Court office is located on the second floor to left past the elevator.
Handicap Accommodations
Elevator located to the left, right inside the south entrance to the courthouse
What You Should Bring
You may want to bring a jacket or sweater, as you may feel the courtroom is too cool for your comfort.
What to Leave in Your Car
Please leave your firearm, weapons, and chemical sprays (such as Mace) in your vehicle when you report for jury duty. You are permitted to carry your cell phone, but use is strictly prohibited. Please turn your cell phone off or on silent and remove your hats when entering the courtroom.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please call the Clerk of the District Court 785-852-4289 from 8:00am – 12:00pm and 1:00pm-5:00pm MT, Monday through Friday.