Indigent persons may qualify for a City public defender. To request a public defender, attend the scheduled court hearing and then ask the judge for a Public Defender.
To apply for legal help: Call (800) 723-6953 or visit www.kansaslegalservices.org online application.
By Missouri state law, the Public Defender must charge a fee for public defender services. Fees, listed in the Fee Schedule, are charged per case based on the fee schedule set by the Public Defender Commission. A client cannot be denied a public defender because of inability to pay the fee.
If you are seeking representation, you must complete an application for Public Defender representation. You can apply through our online application for services here. You can also submit a written application at the local office serving the county in which your case or charges are pending.
What You Need to Bring. When coming to court, be sure to bring all information that pertains to your court case (s) with you. For example, proof of insurance for an insurance charge, proof of a valid Driver's License for a DL change, or proof of a hospital stay for a missed court date.
No Contest. A plea of no contest means you do not want to contest the City's charge against you. A plea of no contest is not an admission of guilt. Following a plea of no contest, the judge will enter a finding of guilty and order the appropriate sentence.
All trials are presided over by a municipal judge . At the trial, a city prosecutor will call witnesses to testify against you. Many times this is the officer or city staff person who signed the charges against you. Pictures or videos of the violation may also be used as evidence against you.
If you are cited for Failure to Present Proof of Insurance, the citation may be dismissed if you present proof that you had valid insurance at the time you were cited.
This plea means that you deny any guilt or fault, and the City must prove the charges against you. A trial is scheduled for a later date. The City is required to prove all allegations against you "beyond a reasonable doubt".
Prosecutors are not allowed to speak with defendants who are represented by legal counsel. Your fine and costs are due at the time of sentencing; however, payment options may be available. If payment is not received within 30 days, the unpaid balance will be sent to collection.
The City of Wichita Municipal Court is a limited jurisdiction court, authorized by City Ordinance with jurisdiction to adjudicate violations of the City Code.
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Setting citations for court. No proof of insurance. Diversions. Walk-In Docket. Expungement. Warrants.
Online, mail, phone, in person, drop boxes, extensions and payment plans, collection agency, and fine amounts.
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Protection orders (protection from abuse, stalking, sexual assault, or human trafficking)
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