Frequently Asked
Questions
Q. How do I get to the Court Services Office?
A. From the court house take Kansas Avenue north (crossing
Santa Fe),
the street then changes to Northgate. Proceed on Northgate for two and a half
miles. Turn right at the Court Services building. There is a Sonic
adjacent to Court Services that can be used as a reference point.
Q. What is the color code?
A. The color code is a tool used by Court Services to randomly test clients for
drug usage. Clients will be notified by their probation officer if they are
placed on the color code, along with any specific instructions that may be
needed.
Q. Why is security directed to inspect
my belongings, and why are there certain items I am not allowed to bring into the lobby?
A. Security inspects belongings/objects for everyone's safety. It is necessary
to insure that no object(s) be brought into the lobby that could harm or
create safety issues for anyone in the building. Court Services reserves the
right to restrict any object(s) that may fall into that category for public
safety purposes.
Q. How do I know what type of counseling
I am required to attend?
A. Your probation officer will be
aware of the initial counseling requirements as directed by the Court. You
will be provided with a list of approved providers to use or you may view
the online adult or juvenile provider lists.
Q. Where is the court house located?
A. The Johnson County courthouse is located at the corner of
Santa Fe and Kansas Avenue in Olathe, see map and
directions.
Q. How do I pay my court costs and /or restitution?
A. Your probation officer will have specific detailed information for you regarding
your court costs and restitution payment (if any). If you pay by mail, the
address is: Clerk of the District Court, 100 N. Kansas Ave, Olathe, KS
66061. You may use a cashier's check or money order when using the U.S.
Mail. Personal checks are not accepted.
You may also pay in person at the Clerk's window located on the second floor of the courthouse.
Q. What is DNA Sampling?
A. DNA sampling is a tool used by the State of Kansas to provide DNA blood and
tissue samples to the KBI database. State statutes require that all
convicted felons must submit for DNA sampling while they are on probation
with Court Services. There are some misdemeanor convictions that may also
fall under state statute requirements. Your probation officer will inform
you of any obligations that you may have regarding DNA sampling. |
Johnson County Court Services