For any questions not answered here, you can call the Clerk's Office at 785-832-5231 or e-mail traffic@dgcoks.gov for a faster response.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
The number of jurors is determined by the level of the incident or crime.
Yes. Jurors are entitled to $10 for the first day of service and $20 per day for subsequent days of service on the same trial. Jurors called in for a second trial during the same session will receive $10 for the first day of service and $20 per day for subsequent days of service on the…
Most trials in Douglas County are not sequestered jury trials. In fact, we have not had a sequestered jury trial in the last twenty years.
Some employers in Douglas County do pay their employees, but it is not required by law. It is up to the discretion of each employer. Your employer is required to give you time off during your service period.
If there is a possibility that you will be sentenced to serve time in jail if convicted, the court may appoint an attorney to represent you if you meet certain guidelines. Applications for appointment of an attorney are available in the court clerk's office, or you can request an attorney at…
No. While every trial is different, the court strives to make Jury Selection as quick and efficient as possible. There will be a brief period of waiting between checking in when you arrive and when the juror orientation begins, as well as intermittent breaks throughout the trial.
The regulations do not apply to agriculturally exempt purposes. (Per K.S.A. 12- 758 and Douglas County Zoning Regulation Section 12-304-6.01, is land and buildings used exclusively for agricultural purposes are exempt from County Zoning Regulations.)
For instance: a U-Pick berry…
If your answer is Yes: Provide State registration, site plan and other information regarding your use to the Zoning and Codes office. Tier 1 may be administratively approved. Tier 2 requires public…
Where does your use fit? Determine if you a Tier 1 or a Tier 2.
Tier 1 (low intensity) - Can be registered administratively.
If your use meets the criteria below:
- The use on the subject property is one or a number of contiguous parcels …
For more information on the registration process and requirements, please contact:
3755 E 25th Street, Lawrence KS 66046
Phone: 785-331-1343
Fax…
No, the employees of the District Attorney's Office cannot offer legal advice or act on behalf of individuals. Our office can provide general information and direct you to the appropriate agencies. You may wish to contact a private attorney for additional information. Or, for general information…
- You can visit http://www.donotcall.gov or call toll free 1-888-382-1222 from the telephone you would like to register. You are able to register both cell phones and landlines. Once you register your telephone number, telemarketers covered by the Do Not Call Registry have up to 31 days…
If you are buying a new or used car consumers should know the following tips:
- Never purchase a vehicle on impulse or in response to high pressure sales tactics.
- Have the dealer provide you with prior information on the vehicle, such as, title history and Carfax…
Many charities provide valuable services for people. Unfortunately, there are some solicitors that take advantage of individuals who really want to donate money for a good cause. The following are suggestions by our office that may help you in determining which charity to give to:
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If your ticket requires a court appearance, you must appear in court at the time and date shown at the bottom of your ticket. Failing to appear may result in the suspension of your driving privileges or the issuance of a warrant for your arrest. If your ticket does not require a court appearance…
Our standard Instructions for Worthless Checks can be obtained online, or at our office's front desk.
If you have questions or problems, please feel free to call the Check Division at 785-841-0211. Dorothy will be happy to help with any questions you may have.
The Douglas County District Attorney's Office offers a Traffic Diversion. If you wish to apply for the Traffic Diversion please visit our office and pick up the application. There is a $25.00 non-refundable application fee due upon filing the Traffic Diversion Application. If you received a…
- First, try and resolve the matter on your own with the business to whom your complaint is against.
- If you do not receive any results, please contact our office at 785-330-2849 and request a consumer complaint form, or you can also print our form from our website. When submitting a…
Our office, through enforcement of the Kansas Consumer Protection Act, identifies and investigates deceptive and unconscionable acts committed by area merchants against consumers within Douglas County. Some areas of fraud that our office will investigate are:
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Automobiles
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Our office is given statutory authority for investigating consumer fraud. However, the Kansas Consumer Protection Act generally does not authorize our office to act on behalf of consumers who have problems in certain areas:
- For lemon law problems, contact the Kansas Attorney General…
The Kansas Consumer Protection Act, KSA 50-640, refers to door-to-door sales, cancellation and required disclosures. According to the statute the consumer has the right to cancel a door-to-door sale made within this state until midnight of the third business day after the day on which the…
Generally, a child in need of care is a person less than 18 years of age who is without adequate parental care; or who has been physically, mentally, or emotionally abused or neglected; or who has been abandoned; or who is not attending school as required; or who is a run-away from home or court…
Information can be found on the Douglas County District Attorney's Office Pre-Trial Diversion Services page.
Office of the District Attorney
Location: The Judicial & Law Enforcement Center
Address: 111 E. 11th Street, Unit 100, Lawrence, Kansas 66044-2912
Phone: 785-841-0211
Fax: 785-832…