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A list of frequently asked questions (FAQ) made by citizens of Douglas County, Kansas. Enter one or more keywords or phrases related to your question(s).

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Criminal Justice Services

Are there any costs for the pretrial program?
Do I have to post a cash bond to be released on the pretrial program?
I am required by the Court to serve jail time. I have been approved for house arrest, but do not have the money to pay a private company. Is there anything pretrial services can do for me?
I have a family member who is eligible for the pretrial release program, but still has a monetary bond requirement that we cannot afford. Why is that and how can we get our family member assessed by the program?
I received a text/phone call regarding an upcoming court date and the call came from a number I do not recognize. How do I know this is legitimate?
If someone has been arrested and placed in jail, what is the process for setting a bond?
What is the pretrial release program?
Who is eligible for the Douglas County pretrial release program?