Mitchell County, KS Courts and Public Records
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The Mitchell County trial court is the Kansas District Court for the 12th Judicial District, which hears felonies, misdemeanors, traffic, civil, domestic relations, probate, and juvenile cases for the county.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Mitchell County District Court (12th Judicial District of Kansas) |
| Main Address | Mitchell County Courthouse, 115 S Hersey, Beloit, KS 67420 |
| Main Phone | 785-738-3753 |
| Courthouse Locations | 1 (Beloit) |
| Handles | Felonies, misdemeanors, traffic, civil and limited civil cases, domestic relations, probate, and juvenile cases, as heard by the Kansas district court |
| Does NOT Handle | Federal cases (U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas), appeals (Kansas Court of Appeals and Kansas Supreme Court), city ordinance cases (municipal courts), and parking tickets (issuing agency) |
How to Search Mitchell County Court Records
Have the full name, case number if known, and approximate dates ready before you search. Mitchell County cases are kept by the Clerk of the District Court in Beloit.
Online
Go to kscourts.gov for Kansas Judicial Branch guidance on court records.
Check the public access options listed there for your case type.
Confirm the court and case type before you request records.
Best for: Learning which online options apply
In Person
Go to 115 S Hersey, Beloit, KS 67420.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Best for: Records and copies not available online
By Phone
Call 785-738-3753 to confirm what the clerk needs.
Ask which division handles your case type.
Have the case number ready before you call.
Best for: Confirming records and filing steps
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
Mitchell County Court Statistics (FY 2024)
Mitchell County courts handled an estimated 772 new cases in FY 2024 and disposed of an estimated 752. The estimate scales Kansas statewide totals by the county's share of state population.
~772
Total filings in FY 2024
~752
Total dispositions in FY 2024
~772
Filings per judicial position (1 estimated positions)
~+4.0%
Change in total filings vs FY 2023
| Metric | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | ~772 | ~742 | ~+4.0% |
| Total Dispositions | ~752 | ~727 | ~+3.4% |
| Criminal Filings | ~361 | ~352 | ~+2.6% |
| Civil Filings | ~234 | ~225 | ~+4.0% |
| Family Law Filings | ~59 | ~59 | ~+0.0% |
| Probate Filings | ~29 | ~29 | ~+0.0% |
| Mental Health Filings | ~10 | ~10 | ~+0.0% |
| Juvenile Filings | ~15 | ~14 | ~+7.1% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~1 | ~1 | ~0.0% |
The largest category movement was in criminal filings. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Kansas statewide figures scaled by Mitchell County's 0.20% share of the state population.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Mitchell County?
Estimated total filings in Mitchell 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 | ~772 | ~752 | ~+4.0% |
| FY 2023 | ~742 | ~727 | ~+5.5% |
| FY 2022 | ~703 | ~688 | ~+4.3% |
| FY 2021 | ~674 | ~645 | ~+1.5% |
| FY 2020 | ~664 | ~625 | ~+1.5% |
Estimated filings changed +16.3% between FY 2020 and FY 2024, from 664 to 772. The largest annual change was +5.5% in FY 2023. The latest change of +4.0% reflects statewide Kansas trends. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Kansas statewide figures scaled by Mitchell County's 0.20% share of the state population.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Mitchell County?
The Kansas District Court hears most case types for Mitchell County. Filing counts by case type are not stated on this page.
| Case Type | Heard By | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Felonies | District Court | Serious criminal charges heard by the district court. |
| Misdemeanors | District Court | Lesser criminal charges heard by the district court. |
| Traffic | District Court or municipal court | Depends on the citation and the issuing agency. |
| Civil (including limited civil) | District Court | Civil disputes, including limited civil cases. |
| Domestic relations | District Court | Divorce, custody, and support matters. |
| Probate | District Court | Estate and probate matters. |
| Juvenile | District Court | Juvenile cases. Juvenile records are not publicly available. |
| City ordinance | Municipal court | Handled outside the district court. |
How Does Mitchell County Compare With Kansas Overall?
Mitchell County is estimated to account for about 0.20% of the 395,000 cases filed in Kansas courts in FY 2024.
| Metric | Mitchell County | Kansas | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | ~772 | 395,000 | ~0.20% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | ~+4.0% | +3.9% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Filings per judicial position | ~772 | 1,463 | Estimated at the state level |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~752 | 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 Mitchell County's 0.20% share of the state population.
Mitchell County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures are Kansas statewide totals as reported to the FBI, not counts for Mitchell 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 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 Mitchell County with the state. The property crimes total includes arson, so it is larger than the sum of the property offenses listed above.
Mitchell County Courthouse Locations
Mitchell County has 1 courthouse location for the Clerk of the District Court. Confirm the assigned courthouse with the case number or citation before you visit.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell County Courthouse (Beloit) | 115 S Hersey, Beloit, KS 67420 | 785-738-3753 | Clerk of the District Court |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Mitchell County?
Most Mitchell County cases are heard by the Kansas District Court for the 12th Judicial District. Some matters, such as parking tickets and federal cases, are handled elsewhere.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | District Court or municipal court | The citation shows which court issued it. |
| Parking ticket | Issuing city or agency | Parking tickets are handled by the agency that issued them, not the district court. |
| Misdemeanor | District Court | Misdemeanor charges are heard by the district court. |
| Felony | District Court | Felony charges are heard by the district court. |
| DUI | District Court | DUI charges are heard by the district court with other criminal cases. |
| Domestic violence | District Court | Related criminal and protection order cases go to the district court, and some records are restricted. |
| Civil lawsuit | District Court | Civil cases, including limited civil cases, are heard by the district court. |
| Small claims | District Court | Limited civil matters are heard by the district court. |
| Eviction | District Court | Eviction cases are civil matters heard by the district court. |
| Divorce | District Court | Divorce is a domestic relations case heard by the district court. |
| Child custody or support | District Court | Custody and support are domestic relations matters in the district court. |
| Probate or estate | District Court | Estate and probate matters are heard by the district court. |
| Juvenile case | District Court | Juvenile cases are heard by the district court, and juvenile records are not public. |
| Appeal | Kansas Court of Appeals or Kansas Supreme Court | Appeals go to the appellate courts, not the district court. |
Are Mitchell County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Mitchell County district court records are public, with exceptions set by Kansas law and court rules. Kansas Supreme Court Rule 196 governs access to court records, and the Kansas Open Records Act (K.S.A. 45-215 et seq.) governs public agency records.
Public records
Many district court case records are open to the public under Rule 196, unless a law or court order restricts them.
Restricted or confidential records
Juvenile, sealed, expunged, adoption, and protective-order-restricted records are not publicly available.
Online access
The Kansas Judicial Branch runs the public access portal, KansasCourtAccess.org, where you can search by name. Online results may not show every document, and restricted cases are not shown. For official Judicial Branch information, visit kscourts.gov.
In-person access
Visit the Clerk of the District Court at 115 S Hersey, Beloit, KS 67420 to view or request records. Call 785-738-3753 to confirm which division holds your case.
Fees
This page does not list copy or search fees for Mitchell County. Ask the Clerk of the District Court before you request copies.
How to Search Mitchell County Court Records Online
Search Mitchell County district court records online by starting with the case type and the official public access portal.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, traffic, civil, or family law.
- Pick the official portal, the Kansas Judicial Branch public access portal at KansasCourtAccess.org.
- Search by name, and check the spelling of names before you search.
- Review the case details, including the docket and party information.
- Request documents that are not online from the Clerk of the District Court.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | KansasCourtAccess.org | Case information for district court criminal cases | Juvenile, sealed, and expunged records are not available. |
| Traffic | KansasCourtAccess.org | Case information for traffic citations in district court | Parking tickets are handled by the issuing agency. |
| Civil | KansasCourtAccess.org | Case information for civil and limited civil cases | Documents may need to be requested from the clerk. |
| Small claims | KansasCourtAccess.org | Case information for limited civil matters | Documents may need to be requested from the clerk. |
| Family law | KansasCourtAccess.org | Case information for domestic relations cases | Protective-order-restricted records are not publicly available. |
| Probate | KansasCourtAccess.org | Case information for probate matters | Some estate records may be restricted. |
| Juvenile | Not in the public portal | No public juvenile case information | Juvenile records are not publicly available. |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Mitchell County
Confirm the payment options for Mitchell County traffic citations and criminal fines with the Clerk of the District Court before you pay.
- In person: Visit the Clerk of the District Court at 115 S Hersey, Beloit, KS 67420 to ask about paying a fine or citation. Key limit: payment methods are not listed on this page.
- By phone: Call 785-738-3753 to ask which payment methods the clerk accepts. Key limit: no fees or card types are listed on this page.
Parking tickets are paid to the agency that issued them, not to the district court.
Mitchell County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Mitchell County court records?
Use KansasCourtAccess.org to search by name, or contact the Clerk of the District Court at 115 S Hersey, Beloit, KS 67420 or 785-738-3753.
Are Mitchell County court records public?
Most are, under Kansas Supreme Court Rule 196, but juvenile, sealed, expunged, and protective-order-restricted records are not publicly available.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search by name on KansasCourtAccess.org, or call the Clerk of the District Court at 785-738-3753.
How do I find a court date?
Check your citation or notice, or call the Clerk of the District Court at 785-738-3753.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Confirm the payment options with the Clerk of the District Court at 785-738-3753 before you pay, since this page does not list them.
How many cases are filed in Mitchell County each year?
Filing counts for Mitchell County are not stated on this page, so no annual figure can be given.
What is the most common type of case in Mitchell County?
No counts by case type are stated for the county, so this page does not name the most common type.
Is crime 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
Mitchell County District Court (12th J.D.)More Info
| Address: | 115 S Hersey, Beloit, KS, 67420 |
| Phone Number: | 785-738-3753 |
| Fax: | 785-738-4101 |
| Website: | https://12jd.kscourts.org/12th-Judicial-District/Mitchell-County-Courthouse |
Beloit Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 1716 N Hersey Ave., Beloit, KS, 67420 |
| Phone Number: | (785) 738-3144 |
| Fax: | (785) 738-2759 |
| Website: | https://www.beloitks.org/173/Municipal-Court |
Useful Links
- District Court Contacts Kansas Judicial Branch provides contact information for district courts, including Mitchell County, for public access to court records and services.
- Mitchell County Kansas Court Services Offers information on local court services, including probation, mediation, and other essential legal processes for residents of Mitchell County.
- Supreme Court Administrative Orders Access Kansas Supreme Court's administrative orders, offering legal guidelines crucial for understanding state judicial procedures and updates.
- District Court | Mitchell County Kansas Provides details on district court locations, services, and hours of operation, crucial for anyone needing local court assistance.
- Kansas Criminal History Record Search Official Kansas Bureau of Investigation service for accessing statewide criminal history records, applicable also for Mitchell County residents.
- Kansas Judicial Council - Home Resource for legal forms, judicial studies, and court improvements, supporting Kansas residents, including Mitchell County in legal processes.
- Kansas County Clerks Directory Comprehensive directory of county clerks, featuring specific contacts for Mitchell County for various public records and election services.
- Kansas Judicial Branch - Home Official site for Kansas's courts, offering comprehensive statewide legal resources critical to citizens and practitioners alike.
- E-Court Public Access Portal Portal allows online viewing of certain public court records, facilitating online access to essential legal documents in Kansas.
- Kansas Legal Services - Home Non-profit organization providing legal aid and services to Kansans, including those in Mitchell County needing legal representation or advocacy.
- NCSC - National Center for State Courts Offers extensive resources and information on state courts, providing insights beneficial to Mitchell County's legal community.
- Concealed Carry License Information Kansas Attorney General provides details on concealed carry licensing, including procedures relevant to Mitchell County applicants.
- Free Legal Forms | Kansas Judicial Council Offers a variety of legal forms needed for court proceedings, crucial for self-represented litigants in Mitchell County.
- Kansas Department for Children and Families State resources for families dealing with court-related custody, child support, and welfare in Mitchell County and beyond.
- KBI Offender Registration Links Page Resources on offender registration, providing guidance for compliance with Kansas laws, applicable for Mitchell County residents.
- Families | Kansas State Department of Education State resources and support for families navigating the public education system in relation to court orders and child welfare.
- Kansas Office of the State Courts Access to state judicial directories and court information services, vital for individuals seeking court-related guidance in Kansas.
- Court of Appeals Opinions - FindLaw Collection of Kansas Court of Appeals opinions which could provide legal precedents relevant to Mitchell County cases.
- KDHE, KS | Official Website Kansas Department of Health and Environment offers health-related legal resources, impacting court-related public health directives in Mitchell County.
- Kansas Revisor of Statutes - Home Official legislative resource for Kansas statutes and bills, important for understanding laws applicable to residents of Mitchell County.
Table of Contents
- Mitchell County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Mitchell County Court Records
- Mitchell County Court Statistics (FY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Mitchell County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Mitchell County?
- How Does Mitchell County Compare With Kansas Overall?
- Mitchell County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Mitchell County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Mitchell County?
- Are Mitchell County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Mitchell County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Mitchell County
- Mitchell County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links