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FAQ

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).

Community Service Work CSW

Criminal Justice Services

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?

PreTrial

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?
What is the pretrial release program?
Who is eligible for the Douglas County pretrial release program?