Sedgwick County court records, Kansas, are available through several channels. SedgwickCourt.us allows you to search publicly accessible information about court cases in the county. Additionally, records can be found through official court resources, the district court clerk's office, and public terminals installed in the Sedgwick County courthouse.
Sedgwick Court System & Jurisdictions
Several judicial instances operate in Sedgwick County, each handling specific categories of cases.
18th Judicial District Court is the court of general jurisdiction for Sedgwick County. It handles:
- Criminal cases — from felonies to misdemeanors
- Civil cases, including claims of any amount
- Family law — divorce, child custody, alimony, protective orders
- Probate cases — will approvals, guardian appointments, estate management of deceased persons
- Small claims cases — civil disputes up to $10,000
- Traffic violations — Walk-in Traffic Court operates on the first floor of the courthouse
Wichita Municipal Court handles violations of city ordinances, traffic fines issued by city police, and cases of lack of insurance. This court has a separate filing process and its own warrant system.
Juvenile cases and some categories of family cases also go through the district court, but access to these records is usually restricted by Kansas law.
Sedgwick Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
To find out the schedule of hearings for today, tomorrow, or the current week, refer to the 18th Judicial District website. The site publishes information about the district court's session calendar.
For Wichita Municipal Court, the schedule is available through the Municipal Court page, which also includes information about the Walk-In Docket — sessions without prior appointment.
Alternative ways to check the schedule:
- Call the district court clerk's office and provide the case number or party's last name
- Visit the courthouse in person — public terminals on the first floor allow you to view the session schedule
- Check the Kansas Courts eCourt system on the Kansas judicial branch portal
Walk-in Traffic Court is held on the first floor of the Sedgwick County Courthouse without the need for prior registration.
How to Get a Copy of a Sedgwick Court Document
You can obtain a copy of a court document in three ways: in person, by mail, or online.
In Person
Contact the district court clerk's office at the Sedgwick County Courthouse:
You will need the case number or the full name of the party and the approximate filing date. The clerk can issue either a regular (uncertified) or a certified copy of the document.
By Mail
Send a written request to the clerk's office address, specifying:
- Case number (if known)
- Full name of the party
- Type of document needed
- Whether a certified copy is required
- Return address and payment in the form of a money order or cashier's check
Certified vs. Regular Copies
A certified copy has the court seal and the clerk's signature — it is required for official use (e.g., submission to another court, immigration processes). A regular copy is cheaper and suitable for personal reference.
For Wichita Municipal Court documents — contact the Municipal Court office directly, room 714 in the same building.
Sedgwick Court Records Fees & Payment
The fee amounts are set according to Kansas statutes and court administrative orders. Below are the approximate fees for the district court:
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Certified document copy | $1.00 per page + $1.00 for certification |
| Regular copy (uncertified) | $0.50 per page |
| Record search by name | $12.00 |
| Expungement request filing | Depends on the type of case; contact the clerk |
These amounts may change. Verify current rates directly with the court clerk's office at (316) 660-5800.
Acceptable forms of payment:
- Cash (for in-person requests)
- Money order or cashier's check (for mail requests)
- Some payments are accepted via credit and debit cards — check with the clerk's office
For criminal history requests through the sheriff's records division, you need to submit a request according to the Kansas Open Records Act (KORA). Call Sheriff Records at 316-660-3888 or send a request via email. A full criminal history check is available through the Kansas Bureau of Investigation.