Warrants are public records in Leavenworth County, Kansas, pursuant to the Kansas Open Records Act (K.S.A. § 45-215 et seq.). This legislation establishes that most government records, including warrant information, shall be accessible to the public unless specifically exempted by statute. The Kansas Open Records Act serves to promote transparency in government operations and accountability of public officials.
The Leavenworth County Sheriff's Office maintains warrant records as part of its official duties in law enforcement. These records are generally available for public inspection during regular business hours. Members of the public seeking warrant information may submit requests in accordance with established county procedures for accessing public records.
Certain warrant records may be temporarily sealed by judicial order in cases where public disclosure could compromise an ongoing investigation or present a risk to public safety. In such instances, access may be restricted until the court determines that the records may be safely released to the public domain.
Warrant records maintained by the Leavenworth County District Court typically contain the following information:
Pursuant to K.S.A. § 22-2302, arrest warrants must be supported by affidavits or sworn testimony establishing probable cause. These supporting documents may be included in the warrant record but might be subject to redaction to protect sensitive information or ongoing investigations.
Members of the public may verify warrant status in Leavenworth County through several no-cost methods established by county authorities:
The Leavenworth County District Court Records office provides public access terminals for searching court records, including active warrants. These terminals are available during regular business hours at:
Leavenworth County District Court
601 S. 3rd Street, Suite 3051
Leavenworth, KS 66048
(913) 684-0700
The Leavenworth County Sheriff's Office maintains a public access portal for warrant information at:
Leavenworth County Sheriff's Office
601 S. 3rd Street, Suite 2007
Leavenworth, KS 66048
(913) 684-0669
Individuals may also contact the Sheriff's Office Warrants Division by telephone during business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM) to inquire about warrant status. When making inquiries, members of the public should be prepared to provide the full name, date of birth, and any other identifying information that may assist in accurately locating records.
The Leavenworth County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency responsible for executing warrants within county jurisdiction. Sheriff warrants in Leavenworth County are categorized according to the nature of the alleged offense and the issuing authority.
Pursuant to K.S.A. § 22-2305, the Sheriff's Office maintains a warrant database that includes:
The Sheriff's Office Warrants Division coordinates with other law enforcement agencies to execute warrants across jurisdictional boundaries when necessary. Under K.S.A. § 22-2401a, law enforcement officers may execute warrants anywhere within the state of Kansas, facilitating inter-agency cooperation in apprehending individuals with outstanding warrants.
The Leavenworth Municipal Court also issues warrants for violations of city ordinances, which are typically executed by the Leavenworth Police Department but may be served by Sheriff's deputies when individuals are located in unincorporated areas of the county.
Individuals seeking to determine if they are subject to an active warrant in Leavenworth County may utilize several official channels established by county authorities:
The Leavenworth County Sheriff's Office maintains a current warrant database that is updated daily. Individuals may verify their warrant status by:
The Leavenworth County District Court Clerk's Office provides warrant verification services at 601 S. 3rd Street, Suite 3051, Leavenworth, KS 66048. Court staff can confirm the existence of warrants issued by the District Court upon presentation of proper identification.
Pursuant to County Resolution 2016-01, individuals with non-violent misdemeanor warrants may be eligible for the warrant resolution program, which allows for scheduled court appearances without immediate arrest in qualifying cases.
Individuals who discover they have an active warrant are advised to consult with legal counsel regarding appropriate steps to resolve the matter. The Leavenworth County District Court provides a list of resources for those seeking legal assistance, including contact information for the public defender's office and local bar association referral services.
Leavenworth County provides multiple methods for verifying outstanding warrant status in accordance with the Kansas Open Records Act:
The Sheriff's Records Division maintains public access terminals for warrant searches at:
Leavenworth County Justice Center
601 S. 3rd Street
Leavenworth, KS 66048
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
(913) 684-0669
Written requests for warrant information may be submitted to the Sheriff's Office Records Division by mail or in person. Pursuant to K.S.A. § 45-220, requests should include:
The Leavenworth County District Court provides access to warrant information through its public access terminals located in the courthouse. Court staff can assist with navigating the system during regular business hours:
Leavenworth County District Court
601 S. 3rd Street, Suite 3051
Leavenworth, KS 66048
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
(913) 684-0700
Third parties conducting warrant searches should be aware that while warrant information is generally public record, the use of such information is governed by applicable state and federal laws regarding privacy and fair information practices.