Criminal Records
The Central Record Division of the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office serves as a repository for all records generated and managed by the office. Copies of police requests can be obtained in person at:
Fred Allenbrand Criminal Justice Complex,
Sheriff’s Operations Building,
27747 W. 159th Street,
New Century, KS 66031
Mail requests should be sent to:
Johnson County Sheriff's Office
c/o Central Records Division
27747 W 159th Street
New Century, KS 66031
Submitted requests should include as much specific information as possible, including the date and time of the incident, the names of the persons involved, and a report number Accepted forms of payment include cash, checks and money orders made out to the “Johnson County Sheriff’s Office.”
In addition, the Sheriff’s office processes in-person requests for criminal records check. However, the criminal history checks offered by the office are restricted to only local records. Members of the public can obtain a more extensive criminal record check by contacting the Kansas Bureau of Investigation.
Note: Information on cases that are still under investigation remain confidential until the case is complete
How to Find Inmate and Jail Records
The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office maintains records of inmates housed in detention centers and jails within the county. It provides online access to general inmate information via an inmate search tool. Interested parties can search for inmates currently in custody by entering their name (first and last). Johnson County Inmate Search results can also be filtered to reveal an inmate’s past booking and release information.
How to Find Sex Offender Information
The Kansas Bureau of Investigation maintains and provides public access to an online platform containing the details of registered sexual offenders residing in Johnson County and the rest of the state. Interested parties can search through public records by first and last name. Records can also be filtered to reveal offenders who have been convicted of drug or violent crimes.
Johnson County Court Records
Johnson County is home to a county district court and multiple municipal courts. The district court has general jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases, with specialized divisions for domestic relations, juvenile, civil and criminal cases. Municipal courts preside over traffic offenses and city ordinance violations. Information on cases filed at the district court can be obtained by visiting the courthouse at:
Johnson County District Court
Johnson County Courthouse,
100 North Kansas Avenue,
Olathe, KS 66061,
Phone: (913) 715-3300,
Fax: (913) 715-3317
Members of the public can also search through district court records online using the records search tool maintained by the Kansas Office of Judicial Administration. It provides access to different types of Johnson County Court Records, including small claims, state tax, probate, marriage license, domestic/family law, civil law, and criminal. Searches can be filtered to reveal results by court type or searches by case number. Record searches reveal only the first 100 records and cost $1.50 per search.
Location of Courts in Johnson County, Kansas
The following is the location of courts in Johnson County, Kansas.
Johnson County District Court
Johnson County Courthouse
100 North Kansas Avenue
Olathe, KS 66061
Phone: (913) 715-3300
Fax: (913) 715-3317
Fairway Municipal Court
5252 Belinder
Fairway, KS 66205
Phone: (913) 262-2364
Fax: (913) 262-1881
Edgerton Municipal Court
404 East Nelson Street, P.O. Box 255
Edgerton, KS 66021
Phone: (913) 893-6231
Fax: (913) 893-6232
Gardner Municipal Court
120 East Main Street
Gardner, KS 66030
Phone: (913) 856-0904
Fax: (913) 856-5784
De Soto Municipal Court
32905 West 84th Street, P.O. Box C
De Soto, KS 66018
Phone: (913) 586-5290
Fax: (913) 583-3123
Lake Quivira Municipal Court
10 Crescent Blvd
Lake Quivira, KS 66217
Phone: (913) 631-7844
Fax: (913) 631-5761
Leawood Municipal Court
4205 Town Center Drive
Leawood, KS 66211
Phone: (913) 339-6735
Fax: (913) 661-7090
Mission Municipal Court
6090 Woodson Road
Mission, KS 66202
Phone: (913) 676-8325
Fax: (913) 676-8385
Mission Hills Municipal Court
7700 Mission Road
Prairie Village, KS 66208
Phone: (913) 385-4680
Fax: (913) 385-4665
Lenexa Municipal Court
12400 West 87th Street Parkway
Lenexa, KS 66215
Phone: (913) 477-7600
Fax: (913) 477-7619
Merriam Municipal Court
Merriam City Hall, Lower Level
9001 West 62nd Street
Merriam, KS 66202
Phone: (913) 322-5540
Fax: (913) 322-5545
Spring Hill Municipal Court
401 North Madison Street, P.O. Box 424
Spring Hill, KS 66083
Phone: (913) 592-3664
Fax: (913) 592-5040
Westwood Hills Municipal Court
4700 Rainbow Blvd
Westwood, KS 66205
Phone: (913) 362-3737
Fax: (913) 362-3308
Westwood Municipal Court
4700 Rainbow Blvd
Westwood, KS 66205
Phone: (913) 362-3737
Fax: (913) 362-3308
Shawnee Municipal Court
5860 Renner Road
Shawnee, KS 66217
Phone: (913) 742-6003
Fax: (913) 742-6947
Roeland Park Municipal Court
4600 West 51st Street
Roeland Park, KS 66205
Phone: (913) 677-3389
Prairie Village Municipal Court
7700 Mission Road
Prairie Village, KS 66208
Phone: (913) 385-4680
Fax: (913) 385-4665
Overland Park Municipal Court
W. Jack Sanders Justice Center
12400 Foster
Overland Park, KS 66213
Phone: (913) 327-6800
Fax: (913) 327-5760
Mission Woods Municipal Court
4700 Rainbow Blvd
Westwood, KS 66205
Phone: (913) 362-3737
Fax: (913) 362-3308
Olathe Municipal Court
1200 South Harrison
Olathe, KS 66061
Phone: (913) 971-7564
Vital Records
How to Find Divorce Records
Certified copies of a divorce decree can be obtained by contacting the clerk of the District Court at:
Johnson County District Court,
Johnson County Courthouse,
100 North Kansas Avenue,
Olathe, KS 66061
Phone: (913) 715-3300
Fax: (913) 715-3317
In addition, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment processes walk-in and mail requests for divorce certificates filed with the office from the 1st of July, 1951 to date. Unlike a divorce decree, which details the terms of a divorce settlement, a divorce certificate only contains basic information, such as the name of both parties, date of the divorce and more. The department charges $15 for each certified copy. Walk-in requests are typically processed on the same day while mail requests take 7 to 10 business days.
How to Find Birth and Death Records
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment's Bureau of Vital Statistics for Johnson County manages records of births and deaths in the state. In compliance with state laws, birth and death records are not public records. Certified copies of these records are only issued to eligible persons, namely:
- The individual on the record
- Immediate family members such as a sibling, spouse or parent
- A legal representative
- Anyone with an established direct interest
Requests for records should be sent to the Office of Vital Statistics located at:
Curtis State Office Building,
Suite 120,
1000 SW Jackson,
Topeka, KS 66612-2221
How to Find Marriage records
The Office of Vital Statistics for Johnson County maintains marriage records for licenses issued from 1970 to date. Certified copies of a marriage certificate can only be issued to authorized persons such as the:
- Persons named on the certificate
- Immediate family members or parent named on the certificate
- Legal representative
- Anyone capable of proving a direct interest
Note: Records for marriages that occurred prior to 1970 can be obtained by contacting the county’s Archives and Records Management.
Are Property Records Open to the Public in Johnson County?
Johnson County property records are available to the general public in compliance with the Kansas Open Records Act (KORA). Residents may inspect or obtain copies of Johnson County property records from the custodians of the record.
Where and How to Find Property Records in Johnson County
Johnson County property records are maintained by the Johnson County Records & Tax Administration (RTA) division under the Treasury, Taxation, and Vehicles (TTV). Interested persons may search for and obtain copies of Johnson County property records in compliance with KORA provisions. Public requests can be submitted to the RTA in person at
111 S. Cherry St., Suite 1200, Olathe,
KS 66061
Phone: (913) 715-0775
How to Look Up Johnson County Property Records
Interested persons may access Johnson County property records using the land records search tool. Users may find information on specific locations by entering property ID, address, or Kansas Uniform Parcel Number. Individuals may also use the map application to view a county base map with property lines drawn over it. Interested parties may also register for the subscription-based Johnson County Records & Tax Administration online public record index. This guide helps members of the public find documents and information held by the department. Users are required to maintain a monthly, quarterly, or yearly subscription for $175, $500, and $2000 respectively. In-person access may also be obtained by visiting the research room at
111 S. Cherry Street,
Suite 1200, Olathe,
KS 66061
Phone: (913) 715-0775
TTV-RTArequest@jocogov.org
Location of Johnson County Property Assessors
111 S. Cherry Street,
Suite 1200, Olathe,
KS 66061
Phone: (913) 715-0775
TTV-RTArequest@jocogov.org
