Rawlins County, KS Courts and Public Records
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The Rawlins County District Court in Atwood is the county's trial court. It is part of the 15th Judicial District of Kansas and handles felonies, misdemeanors, traffic, civil, domestic, probate, and juvenile cases.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | District Court, 15th Judicial District of Kansas (Rawlins County) |
| Main Address | Rawlins County Courthouse, 607 Main St., Suite F, Atwood, KS 67730 |
| Main Phone | 785-626-3465 |
| Clerk of the District Court | Wendy Holmdahl |
| Courthouse Locations | 1 (Atwood) |
| 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), appeals (Kansas Court of Appeals and Kansas Supreme Court), city ordinance cases (municipal courts), and parking tickets (issuing agency) |
How to Search Rawlins County Court Records
Have the person's full name, any case number, and approximate dates ready before you search. Rawlins County court records are kept by the Clerk of the District Court in Atwood.
Online
Go to kscourts.gov for Kansas Judicial Branch court information.
Ask the Clerk of the District Court which online options apply to Rawlins County.
Confirm any online result with the clerk before relying on it.
Best for: Finding official court information
In Person
Go to 607 Main St., Suite F, Atwood, KS 67730.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Ask the Clerk of the District Court for records help.
Best for: Records and copies not available online
By Phone
Call 785-626-3465 to confirm what the clerk needs.
Ask which clerk handles your type of case.
Confirm requirements before you visit the courthouse.
Best for: Checking what the clerk needs before a visit
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
Rawlins County Court Statistics (FY 2024)
Rawlins courts handled an estimated 323 new cases in FY 2024 and disposed of an estimated 315. The estimate scales Kansas statewide totals by the county's share of state population.
~323
Total filings in FY 2024
~315
Total dispositions in FY 2024
~323
Filings per judicial position (1 estimated positions)
~+3.9%
Change in total filings vs FY 2023
| Metric | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | ~323 | ~311 | ~+3.9% |
| Total Dispositions | ~315 | ~305 | ~+3.3% |
| Criminal Filings | ~151 | ~147 | ~+2.7% |
| Civil Filings | ~98 | ~94 | ~+4.3% |
| Family Law Filings | ~25 | ~25 | ~+0.0% |
| Probate Filings | ~12 | ~12 | ~+0.0% |
| Mental Health Filings | ~4 | ~4 | ~+0.0% |
| Juvenile Filings | ~6 | ~6 | ~+0.0% |
| 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 Rawlins's 0.08% share of the state population.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Rawlins County?
Estimated total filings in Rawlins 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 | ~323 | ~315 | ~+3.9% |
| FY 2023 | ~311 | ~305 | ~+5.4% |
| FY 2022 | ~295 | ~288 | ~+4.6% |
| FY 2021 | ~282 | ~270 | ~+1.4% |
| FY 2020 | ~278 | ~262 | ~+1.4% |
Estimated filings changed +16.2% between FY 2020 and FY 2024, from 278 to 323. The largest annual change was +5.4% in FY 2023. The latest change of +3.9% reflects statewide Kansas trends. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Kansas statewide figures scaled by Rawlins's 0.08% share of the state population.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Rawlins County?
The Rawlins County District Court hears most case types filed in the county. Case counts by type are not stated in this section.
| Case Type | Where Heard | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Felonies | District Court | Serious criminal cases |
| Misdemeanors | District Court | Less serious criminal cases |
| Traffic | District Court or municipal court | Municipal court handles some city ordinance and traffic cases |
| Civil and limited civil | District Court | Civil disputes, including limited civil cases |
| Domestic relations | District Court | Divorce, custody, and support matters |
| Probate | District Court | Estates and guardianships |
| Juvenile | District Court | Juvenile matters; many records are restricted |
| Federal cases | U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas | Not heard by the county court |
| Appeals | Kansas Court of Appeals or Kansas Supreme Court | Review of district court decisions |
How Does Rawlins County Compare With Kansas Overall?
Rawlins is estimated to account for about 0.08% of the 395,000 cases filed in Kansas courts in FY 2024.
| Metric | Rawlins | Kansas | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | ~323 | 395,000 | ~0.08% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | ~+3.9% | +3.9% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Filings per judicial position | ~323 | 1,463 | Estimated at the state level |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~315 | 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 Rawlins's 0.08% share of the state population.
Rawlins County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures are Kansas statewide totals as reported to the FBI, not counts for Rawlins 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 | 1,321.6 | 45,676 | -13.9% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 6,339 | 212.9 | 7,526 | -15.8% |
| Property crimes total | 54,277 | 1,823.1 | 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 Rawlins County with the state. The property crimes total includes arson, so it is larger than the sum of the property offenses listed above.
Rawlins County Courthouse Locations
Rawlins County has 1 courthouse location for the Clerk of the District Court, in Atwood. Check your notice or citation for the assigned courthouse before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rawlins County Courthouse (Atwood) | 607 Main St., Suite F, Atwood, KS 67730 | 785-626-3465 | See location page: kscourts.gov |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Rawlins County?
Most criminal, civil, domestic, probate, and juvenile cases in Rawlins County are heard by the District Court in Atwood. Parking tickets and federal cases are handled elsewhere, as shown below.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | District Court, or municipal court for city ordinance tickets | Check the citation for the court named on it. |
| Parking ticket | The city or agency that issued the ticket | The District Court does not handle parking tickets. |
| Misdemeanor | District Court | Misdemeanor cases are heard by the District Court. |
| Felony | District Court | Felony cases are heard by the District Court. |
| DUI | District Court | DUI cases are heard by the District Court. |
| Domestic violence | District Court | Domestic violence cases are heard by the District Court. |
| Civil lawsuit | District Court | Civil cases are filed with the Clerk of the District Court. |
| Small claims | District Court | Small claims are filed with the Clerk of the District Court. |
| Eviction | District Court | Eviction cases are filed with the Clerk of the District Court. |
| Divorce | District Court | Divorce cases are heard in the domestic relations docket. |
| Child custody or support | District Court | Custody and support matters are heard in the domestic relations docket. |
| Probate or estate | District Court | Estate and guardianship matters are heard in probate. |
| Juvenile case | District Court | Juvenile records are restricted. |
| Appeal | Kansas Court of Appeals or Kansas Supreme Court | Appeals are not filed with the county clerk. |
Are Rawlins County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Rawlins County court records are public, with exceptions. 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
Most district court case files, including dockets, filings, and orders, are open to the public 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. Access to these records requires a court order or is limited by statute.
Online access
The Kansas district court public access portal is run by the Kansas Judicial Branch. Online access does not cover every document, and restricted cases do not appear. Visit kscourts.gov for Judicial Branch information.
In-person access
Visit the Clerk of the District Court at 607 Main St., Suite F, Atwood, KS 67730 to view or request records. Call 785-626-3465 to confirm which clerk holds your case.
Fees
This page does not list copy or certification fees. Ask the Clerk of the District Court about fees before you request records.
How to Search Rawlins County Court Records Online
Use the Kansas Judicial Branch resources and the Clerk of the District Court in Atwood to search Rawlins County cases by case type, and ask the clerk for documents that are not online.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, traffic, civil, small claims, family law, probate, or juvenile.
- Check kscourts.gov and contact the Clerk of the District Court to confirm which online options apply to your case.
- Search by party name or case number and note the case number from the results.
- Review the case details for status, parties, and scheduled dates.
- Call 785-626-3465 to request documents that are not available online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | Clerk of the District Court, Atwood | Case information for criminal cases | Some documents may be restricted |
| Traffic | Clerk of the District Court, Atwood | Case information for traffic cases | Parking tickets are handled by the issuing agency |
| Civil | Clerk of the District Court, Atwood | Case information for civil cases | Some filings are not available online |
| Small claims | Clerk of the District Court, Atwood | Case information for small claims | Confirm availability with the clerk |
| Family law | Clerk of the District Court, Atwood | Case information for domestic relations | Sealed and restricted records are not public |
| Probate | Clerk of the District Court, Atwood | Case information for estates and guardianships | Some estate files may be restricted |
| Juvenile | Clerk of the District Court, Atwood | Limited case information through the clerk | Juvenile records are not publicly available |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Rawlins County
Contact the Clerk of the District Court in Atwood to confirm which payment options apply to your traffic citation or fine in Rawlins County.
- Phone: Call 785-626-3465 to ask which payment methods the clerk accepts for your case.
- In person: Go to 607 Main St., Suite F, Atwood, KS 67730 to ask the clerk about payment options for your case.
Parking tickets are handled by the city or agency that issued them, not by the District Court.
Rawlins County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Rawlins County court records?
Contact the Clerk of the District Court at 785-626-3465 or visit 607 Main St., Suite F, Atwood, KS 67730, and check kscourts.gov for Kansas Judicial Branch information.
Are Rawlins County court records public?
Most are, under Kansas court access rules, but juvenile, sealed, expunged, and protective-order-restricted records are not publicly available.
How do I find a criminal case in Rawlins County?
Ask the Clerk of the District Court at 785-626-3465 for help searching by party name or case number.
How do I find a court date in Rawlins County?
Check your citation or notice, or call the Clerk of the District Court at 785-626-3465.
How do I pay a traffic ticket in Rawlins County?
Call the Clerk of the District Court at 785-626-3465 to confirm which payment methods apply to your ticket.
How many cases are filed in Rawlins County each year?
This page does not state a county filing count. Population was 2,431 in 2025 and 2,425 in 2024, as shown in the statistics section.
What is the most common type of case in Rawlins?
This page does not state case counts by type, so no most-common category can be named from this data. The case types the District Court hears are listed in the case types section.
Is crime in Kansas rising or falling in the latest year?
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
Rawlins County District Court (15th J.D.)More Info
| Address: | 607 Main St., Suite F, Atwood, KS, 67730 |
| Phone Number: | 785-626-3465 |
| Fax: | 785-626-3350 |
| Website: | http://www.thomascounty.us/ |
Useful Links
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Table of Contents
- Rawlins County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Rawlins County Court Records
- Rawlins County Court Statistics (FY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Rawlins County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Rawlins County?
- How Does Rawlins County Compare With Kansas Overall?
- Rawlins County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Rawlins County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Rawlins County?
- Are Rawlins County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Rawlins County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Rawlins County
- Rawlins County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links