What To Expect
Before You Arrive
- Plan on where you are going to park. Information on juror parking is located here.
- See Directions to the Courthouse if you are not already familiar with our location.
- Look over the My Visit section of the website for information on Courtroom Etiquette, Security Protocols, and Tips for your visit.
When You Arrive
- When you arrive at the Shawnee County Courthouse, you will check in at the Jury Coordinator Window located on the fourth floor (RM 406).
- You will be given further instructions upon checking in.
- Once all jurors have checked-in, the Jury Coordinator will conduct a short jury orientation.
- You will then wait to be assigned to a trial.
- If you are assigned to a trial, you and your fellow potential jurors will go through a questioning process to determine if you are suitable to serve as a juror on this particular case.
- If you are not selected to serve, you will be dismissed by the Judge or Jury Coordinator and your service will be complete.
- If you are selected to serve as a juror, you will receive further instructions from the Judge.
Juror Orientation Video
Please watch this short video on jury service in the Shawnee County District Court. It features...
- A short history of the District Court in Shawnee County
- The importance of jury service
- Basic information on case types and parties in a case
- Basic court procedures
- The jury selection process
- Juror responsibilities and conduct during a trial
Juror Orientation Video
Contact Us
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Jury Coordinator
Physical Address
Shawnee County Courthouse
200 SE 7th Street, Room 406A
Topeka, KS 66603
Phone: (785) 251-6787Fax: (785) 251-4917
Callback and Email Response Policy
Please Note: Due to the high volume of calls and emails the Jury Coordinator receives, we will make every effort to respond to your call or email within two business days.
Two business days may not be possible when we are experiencing especially high call volumes. Please do not leave multiple messages or send multiple emails. We will respond as soon as possible. We appreciate your patience.
Phone: (785) 251-6787Call After-hours: (785) 251-5500
Hours
Monday through Friday
8:00 am to 5:00 pm