Yes. Your address and phone number are only viewed by the jury coordinator and judge. Other information on your Juror Questionnaire may be shared with the attorneys if you are chosen as a potential juror for a trial.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is my privacy protected?
May I smoke?
Smoking is not permitted inside the Judicial & Law Enforcement Center. There are designated smoking areas outside.
What are the Court Clerk's office hours?
The Court Clerk's office is open from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Monday through Friday. The office is closed for most major holidays. We do not have a drop box for payments, so if you wish to pay after hours, you may either mail your payment or pay online at https://www.citepayusa.…
What are the qualifications for jury service?
Jurors must: Be a citizen of the United States Be at least 18 years of age Reside in the county of jury service Be of sound mind Understand English You cannot serve on a jury if: You have been convicted of a felony in the last ten years.
What forms of payment does the court accept?
We accept payments by mail in the form of cashier's check, money order or personal check. However, we do not accept personal checks for license reinstatements. You may also pay with a credit card either online at https://www.citepayusa.com/payments/welcome.do?state=KS, or by phone at 832-5231. In…
What hours are the Public Access Computers available for the District Court?
Public Access Computers are available in the District Court Clerk's Office, located in the Judicial and Law Enforcement Center.Its hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. You may also reach out to the District Court Self Help Office.
What if an unexpected emergency keeps me from coming to the courthouse while I am on jury duty?
It is essential to the legal system that all jurors report each day they are told to report and that they be on time. Your absence may delay a trial and could potentially result in your being held in contempt of court. If you have an emergency that prevents you from reporting as scheduled, call the…
What if I am a college student, and I am from another state or county, do I still have to serve?
Yes. To be eligible for jury duty in Douglas County you only need to have residency in Douglas County for twenty days. If you register to vote in this county or have gotten a Douglas County driver's license you are entered into our system of potential jurors. Being enrolled in college does not…
What if I lost my questionnaire?
Contact the Jury Coordinator, at 785-832-5213 or by email at jury@dgcoks.gov.
What if my employer wants proof of my jury service?
The court can provide you with proof of your Jury Service the day you arrive at court if you are summoned to appear. For more information, please contact the Jury Coordinator at Jury@dgcoks.gov or 785-832-5232.
What if the jury summons has a wrong address?
If you receive a Juror Summons for yourself and it has the wrong address, please follow the instructions on the summons on how to fill out a Juror Questionnaire. On the questionnaire, please be sure to update your listed address to your current residency. If you are no longer a resident…
What if the person named in the jury summons has died?
We apologize if you have received a summons addressed to a family member who has passed away. Jury lists are compiled every year from Department of Motor Vehicle records, so the court's information is not always up to date. If you receive a Juror Summons for a deceased relative from the Douglas…
What information is available on the Public Access Computers?
For civil and criminal cases, the following information is available on the public access computers: party names, case filings, document filings, court payments, criminal charges, and court dates.
What is an expungement?
An expungement is the legal process of asking a judge to seal the court record of a previous criminal (or juvenile) offense. It is important to remember that, in Kansas, an expunged record is NOT destroyed. The police, FBI, immigration officers, and other public officials may still see sealed court…
What is the purpose of the juror questionnaire attached to the summons?
The information is used by the court and trial attorneys for basic information to shorten the jury selection process.