Barber County, KS Courts and Public Records
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The District Court of the 30th Judicial District is the main trial court for Barber County, with the Clerk of the District Court in Medicine Lodge. It handles felonies, misdemeanors, traffic, civil, domestic relations, probate, and juvenile cases.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | District Court, 30th Judicial District (Barber County) |
| Main Address | 118 E Washington, Medicine Lodge, KS 67104 |
| Main Phone | 620-886-5639 |
| Website | kscourts.gov |
| Clerk of the District Court | Tina McCray |
| Courthouse Locations | 1 (Medicine Lodge) |
| Handles | Felonies, misdemeanors, traffic, civil and limited civil cases, domestic relations, probate, and juvenile cases |
| Does NOT Handle | Federal cases (U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas), city ordinance cases heard by municipal courts, parking tickets (issuing city or agency), and appeals (Kansas Court of Appeals or Kansas Supreme Court) |
How to Search Barber County Court Records
Have the full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search. Barber County district court records are kept by the Clerk of the District Court in Medicine Lodge.
Online
Go to kscourts.gov for Kansas Judicial Branch district court information.
Check the official site for court contact details and public access information.
Confirm with the clerk which records are available online.
Best for: Checking court contact details first
In Person
Go to 118 E Washington, Medicine Lodge, KS 67104.
Bring the full name, case number, or approximate dates you have.
Ask the clerk whether public terminals are available for searching.
Best for: Records and copies not available online
By Phone
Call 620-886-5639 to reach the Clerk of the District Court.
Ask which records the clerk can search or copy.
Confirm what details you need before visiting the courthouse.
Best for: Confirming a record before visiting
Search by Name on KansasCourtAccess.org
Go to KansasCourtAccess.org and enter a full name.
Search across record types without a case number.
Confirm results with the court, since they are not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Barber County Court Statistics
This section covers population and court structure for Barber County. No verified filing counts are stated here, so the figures below do not describe the court's annual workload.
4,083
Population in 2025 (Census estimate)
-8
Change from 4,085 in 2024 (-0.2%)
0.14%
Share of 2,977,220 Kansas residents in 2025
30th
Judicial district covering Barber County
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| County population, 2025 | 4,083 |
| County population, 2024 | 4,085 |
| Population change, 2024 to 2025 | -2 (-0.0%) |
| Kansas population, 2025 | 2,977,220 |
| County share of Kansas population, 2025 | 0.14% |
| Judicial district | 30th Judicial District |
| Judicial districts in Kansas | 31 |
How Have Court Filings Changed in Barber County?
Estimated total filings in Barber County moved up over the last five years; dispositions are estimated at a similar level.
| Fiscal Year | Total Filings | Total Dispositions | YoY Filing Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY 2024 | ~541 | ~527 | ~+3.8% |
| FY 2023 | ~521 | ~510 | ~+5.7% |
| FY 2022 | ~493 | ~482 | ~+4.2% |
| FY 2021 | ~473 | ~452 | ~+1.5% |
| FY 2020 | ~466 | ~438 | ~+1.5% |
Estimated filings changed +16.1% between FY 2020 and FY 2024, from 466 to 541. The largest annual change was +5.7% in FY 2023. The latest change of +3.8% reflects statewide Kansas trends. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Kansas statewide figures scaled by Barber County's 0.14% share of the state population.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Barber County?
The District Court of the 30th Judicial District hears the case types listed below for Barber County. Filing counts and shares are not stated in this section.
| Case Type | Where It Is Heard |
|---|---|
| Felonies | District Court |
| Misdemeanors | District Court |
| Traffic citations | District Court or municipal court, depending on the citation |
| Civil and limited civil cases | District Court |
| Domestic relations | District Court |
| Probate | District Court |
| Juvenile cases | District Court |
| City ordinance cases | Municipal court |
| Federal cases | U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas |
| Appeals | Kansas Court of Appeals or Kansas Supreme Court |
How Does Barber County Compare With Kansas Overall?
Barber County is estimated to account for about 0.14% of the 395,000 cases filed in Kansas courts in FY 2024.
| Metric | Barber County | Kansas | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | ~541 | 395,000 | ~0.14% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | ~+3.8% | +3.9% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Filings per judicial position | ~541 | 1,463 | Estimated at the state level |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~527 | 1,426 | Estimated at the state level |
| Criminal share of filings | ~46.8% | 46.8% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Civil share of filings | ~30.4% | 30.4% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Family law share of filings | ~7.6% | 7.6% | Same as state (estimate) |
These county values are estimates built from statewide Kansas figures, so they track the state mix by design. Actual county dockets may differ. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Kansas statewide figures scaled by Barber County's 0.14% share of the state population.
Barber County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures are Kansas statewide totals as reported to the FBI, not counts for Barber County. Agency reporting may be incomplete, and county crime counts are not available here. Statewide violent and property crimes combined fell 10.5% from 2024 to 2025. In 2025, reporting agencies covered about 95.3% of Kansas's population, so year-over-year changes can partly reflect which agencies reported.
13,436
Violent crimes, Kansas statewide, 2025
54,277
Property crimes, Kansas statewide, 2025 (includes arson)
451.3
Violent crime rate per 100K, Kansas statewide, 2025 (population 2,977,220)
-10.5%
Change in total violent plus property crimes, Kansas statewide, 2025 vs 2024 (67,713 vs 75,638)
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | 133 | 4.5 | 116 | +14.7% |
| Rape | 1,335 | 44.8 | 1,370 | -2.6% |
| Robbery | 928 | 31.2 | 985 | -5.8% |
| Aggravated assault | 11,040 | 370.8 | 11,082 | -0.4% |
| Violent crimes total | 13,436 | 451.3 | 13,553 | -0.9% |
| Burglary | 8,174 | 274.6 | 8,454 | -3.3% |
| Larceny-theft | 39,346 | 1321.6 | 45,676 | -13.9% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 6,339 | 212.9 | 7,526 | -15.8% |
| Property crimes total | 54,277 | 1823.1 | 62,085 | -12.6% |
Rates use the Kansas 2025 population of 2,977,220. County-level rates are not published, so this section does not compare Barber County with the state. The property crimes total includes arson, so it is larger than the sum of the property offenses listed above.
Barber County Courthouse Locations
Barber County has 1 Clerk of the District Court location, in Medicine Lodge. Check your notice or citation for the division or courtroom before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barber County Courthouse (Medicine Lodge) | 118 E Washington, Medicine Lodge, KS 67104 | 620-886-5639 | Clerk of the District Court |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Barber County?
Most Barber County cases start in the District Court, which the Clerk of the District Court in Medicine Lodge supports. Parking tickets and some traffic matters go to other agencies or courts.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | District Court or municipal court, depending on the citation | The citation shows which court handles the ticket. |
| Parking ticket | The city or agency that issued the ticket | Parking tickets are not handled by the District Court. |
| Misdemeanor | District Court | The District Court hears misdemeanor cases. |
| Felony | District Court | The District Court hears felony cases. |
| DUI | District Court | State DUI charges are heard in the District Court, and city ordinance DUI cases may go to municipal court. |
| Domestic violence | District Court | The District Court hears criminal charges and protection order cases. |
| Civil lawsuit | District Court | The District Court hears civil and limited civil cases. |
| Divorce | District Court, Domestic Relations | Divorce cases are heard in the District Court. |
| Child custody or support | District Court, Domestic Relations | Custody and support matters are heard in the District Court. |
| Probate or estate | District Court, Probate | The District Court hears probate matters. |
| Juvenile case | District Court, Juvenile | Juvenile cases are heard in the District Court and are restricted from public access. |
| Appeal | Kansas Court of Appeals or Kansas Supreme Court | Appeals go to the appellate courts, not to the trial clerk. |
| Federal case | U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas | Federal charges and federal civil cases are filed in federal court. |
Are Barber County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Barber County district court records are public, with exceptions set by Kansas Supreme Court Rule 196 and the court's own rules.
Public records
The Kansas Open Records Act (K.S.A. 45-215 et seq.) governs public agency records, and Kansas Supreme Court Rule 196 governs access to court records. Most district court case files, including dockets, filings, and orders, are open for inspection.
Restricted or confidential records
Juvenile, sealed, expunged, adoption, and protective-order-restricted records are not publicly available. Do not expect access to these records without a court order.
Online access
Search by name at KansasCourtAccess.org, a public access portal run through the Kansas Judicial Branch. Online results are not official court records, and not every document is online. General information is available at kscourts.gov.
In-person access
Visit the Clerk of the District Court at 118 E Washington, Medicine Lodge, KS 67104 to view or request records. Call 620-886-5639 to confirm which office holds your case.
Fees
No fees are stated in this section. Ask the Clerk of the District Court about copy charges before you request records.
How to Search Barber County Court Records Online
Use the official Kansas portal to search Barber County cases, and ask the Clerk of the District Court for documents that are not online.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, traffic, civil, family law, probate, or juvenile.
- Go to KansasCourtAccess.org to search by name or case number.
- Review the case details, and note the case number for later requests.
- Confirm results with the Clerk of the District Court at 620-886-5639.
- Ask the clerk for documents that are not available online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | KansasCourtAccess.org or the Clerk of the District Court | Case information for criminal cases | Results are not official court records; confirm with the clerk |
| Traffic | KansasCourtAccess.org or the Clerk of the District Court | Case information for traffic cases | Results are not official court records; confirm with the clerk |
| Civil | KansasCourtAccess.org or the Clerk of the District Court | Case information for civil cases | Results are not official court records; confirm with the clerk |
| Small claims | KansasCourtAccess.org or the Clerk of the District Court | Case information for small claims | Results are not official court records; confirm with the clerk |
| Family law | KansasCourtAccess.org or the Clerk of the District Court | Case information for domestic relations cases | Results are not official court records; confirm with the clerk |
| Probate | KansasCourtAccess.org or the Clerk of the District Court | Case information for probate matters | Results are not official court records; confirm with the clerk |
| Juvenile | Clerk of the District Court only | Case information through the clerk | Juvenile records are not publicly available |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Barber County
This section does not list payment methods, because no verified official payment page for Barber County is available in these sources.
Call the Clerk of the District Court at 620-886-5639 to ask which payment options the court accepts for traffic citations and criminal fines.
Parking tickets are paid to the city or agency that issued them, not to the District Court.
Barber County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Barber County court records?
Go to KansasCourtAccess.org to search by name, or call the Clerk of the District Court at 620-886-5639.
Are Barber County court records public?
Most are public under Kansas Supreme Court Rule 196, but juvenile, sealed, expunged, and protective-order-restricted records are not.
How do I find a criminal case in Barber County?
Search by name at KansasCourtAccess.org, or call the Clerk of the District Court at 620-886-5639 with the defendant's name.
How do I find a court date in Barber County?
Check your ticket or notice, or call the Clerk of the District Court at 620-886-5639.
How do I pay a traffic ticket in Barber County?
Check the citation to see whether the District Court or a municipal court handles it, then call 620-886-5639 to ask about payment options.
How many cases are filed in Barber County each year?
No verified filing count is stated for Barber County. The county had 4,083 residents in 2025 (Census estimate).
What is the most common type of case?
No case type counts are stated for Barber County. The District Court hears felonies, misdemeanors, traffic, civil, domestic relations, probate, and juvenile cases.
Is crime in Kansas rising or falling?
County crime counts are not available here. Statewide, reported violent crimes fell 0.9% to 13,436 in 2025 from 13,553 in 2024, and property crimes fell 12.6% to 54,277 from 62,085, as reported to the FBI. These are Kansas statewide figures, and reporting coverage changed between years.
Courts in the County
Barber County District Court (30th J.D.)More Info
| Address: | 118 E Washington, Medicine Lodge, KS, 67104 |
| Phone Number: | 620-886-5639 |
| Fax: | 620-886-5854 |
| Website: | https://30jd.kscourts.org/30th-Judicial-District/Barber-County-Courthouse |
Medicine Lodge Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 114 W. First Avenue, Medicine Lodge, KS, 67104 |
| Phone Number: | (620) 886-3908 |
| Fax: | (620) 886-3900 |
| Website: | https://medicinelodge.kansas.gov/municipal-court/ |
Useful Links
- State of Kansas Judicial Branch: Official Kansas Court system website providing comprehensive court-related information, public records, and extensive legal resources to residents.
- Barber County Court Information: Primary source for local court information, including contact details, court services, and upcoming court schedules in Barber County, Kansas.
- Search Kansas County Courts: State-managed platform for searching court records, case information, and dockets across various county courts including Barber County.
- Kansas Judicial Council Legal Forms and Resources: Access free legal forms, guidelines, and educational materials for navigating court procedures effectively within Kansas.
- Kansas Open Records Act - Attorney General's Office: Information about public access to government records, including instructions for requesting documents under the Kansas Open Records Act.
- Kansas Court Records Search Portal: Authoritative portal to access court records, status checks, and case histories from Kansas district and county courts.
- Kansas Legal Services – Legal Aid and Assistance: Comprehensive resource providing free or low-cost legal help, advice, and public legal representation services to Kansas residents.
- Public Broadcasting Service Kansas: Guide to Court Records: Educational resource offering guidance on how to locate and understand court records in Kansas, available to the public.
- ACLU: Defending Our Rights - Court Access: Resourceful guide on understanding your rights related to court access and navigating the legal system in Kansas effectively.
- Kansas Legal Services – Community Resources: Providing statewide legal assistance, FAQs, and legal education to ensure everyone’s access to justice within Kansas communities.
- Kansas Bar Association Legal Resources: Centralized resource from the Kansas Bar offering legal information, attorney directories, and support services for legal practitioners and the public.
- FindLaw: Kansas Court Directory: Comprehensive directory featuring information on court locations, contact details, and operational hours across all Kansas county courts, including Barber County.
- CourtReference – Kansas Courts Directory: Contains information on Kansas courts, covering jurisdictions, contact details, and procedures to assist in court interactions.
- National Center for State Courts: Kansas: Extensive database with key state court links, judicial updates, and court services from a national oversight organization.
- Kansas State Library: Guides to Court Records: Detailed guides from the State Library on how to access public court records, dockets, and archives throughout Kansas.
- Kansas Bar Foundation: Court Record Access Page: Focused on enhancing the ability to access court records and providing links to court-related services in Kansas.
- Kansas Open Records: Public Access Initiative: Advocacy and guide platform about public records accessibility, aiming to ensure transparency and openness in Kansas government affairs.
- Kansas District Court Public Access Portal: Official platform offering public access to district court records, judgments, and case filings to maintain an open judicial process.
- Kansas Courts Legal Portal: Offers news, case information, and legal updates directly from the Kansas Judicial System to the legal community and citizens alike.
- Kansas Bar Association: Legal Help and Public Resources: Provides a wealth of information regarding legal help, attorney referrals, and FAQs for individuals seeking legal assistance in Kansas.
Table of Contents
- Barber County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Barber County Court Records
- Barber County Court Statistics
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Barber County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Barber County?
- How Does Barber County Compare With Kansas Overall?
- Barber County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Barber County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Barber County?
- Are Barber County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Barber County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Barber County
- Barber County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links