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You and the Courts of Kansas - The Jury System

The jury system is an important part of the Kansas court system. Persons accused of crimes have an absolute right to a jury trial, and parties to a civil suit may choose to have their case decided by a jury.

Jury list are made up of names selected from the voter registration list and driver's license list. These names are placed either into a computer or a jury wheel. When a jury panel is needed, the wheel or computer is used to select a number of names at random. Juror summonses are then sent to those persons whose names are drawn, and they may be called into court to serve on a trial jury. The pay for jury services is small, but the responsibility is great.

About 95 percent of all jury trails in the world take place in a feeling of pride and respect for our system of justice and an appreciation of the chance to be part of the judicial process.

Efforts to streamline and update the jury system are continuing, with the aim of reducing the amount of time that a citizen is asked to contribute to jury service.

The opportunity to serve on a jury in your local court allows you to become a better-informed and more responsible citizen, and to learn more about your courts and the law.

Contents

• The Jury System
• Types of Courts
• Kansas Court System Chart
• Judges and Justices
• Becoming a Judge
• Clerk of the Supreme Court
• Reporter of the Supreme Court
• Judicial Administrator
• Trial Court Administration
• Conclusion
• Return to You and the Kansas Courts