Read every page immediately. A legal-help application, negotiation, or payment discussion does not automatically postpone a response or court date.
Quick facts
- Court department
- Civil
- Location
- 525 N Main · 11th floor
- Official guide
- DC18 Evictions
- Court phone
- 316-660-5900
If you received eviction papers
Note the hearing date, case number, names of the parties, and the exact relief requested. Keep the summons, petition, notices, lease, payment records, and messages together. Contact legal help promptly if you do not understand the claims or deadline.
Before filing an eviction
Landlords should use current Kansas and local requirements for notice, pleading, service, and requested relief. A generic notice or form from another state may not satisfy Kansas procedure.
- Verify the legal names of the parties and property address.
- Keep the lease, notices, service records, and account ledger.
- Confirm current filing and service fees with the Civil clerk.
- Review mediation and assistance resources where appropriate.
Court, mediation, and assistance are different paths
Mediation or rental assistance may help some disputes, but neither guarantees that a filed case will stop. Only rely on a filed court order, a confirmed dismissal, or advice from qualified counsel when deciding whether an appearance is still required.
Official sources and next steps
These links open the government, court, or public-service organization responsible for the information.
Common questions
Can a tenant skip court if rent is paid?
Do not assume so. Confirm a dismissal or other court action through an official source.
Does applying for assistance stop an eviction case?
Not automatically. Continue to follow court deadlines unless the court confirms otherwise.
Can court staff advise whether a notice was valid?
No. That is a legal question; staff can explain filing procedure.
Where can I find current eviction forms?
Use the DC18 Evictions and Forms pages, and check the revision date and instructions.