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Kansas Jury Duty Guide (2026)

What Kansas pays for jury service, whether your employer has to keep paying you, and the exemptions and job protections the law gives you.

Updated for 2026 Last verified: Jun 10, 2026
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Jury pay & compensation

Daily jury pay
No — t less than $10 nor more than $50/day, as set by the county commission (K.S.A. § 43-171)
Transportation & parking
Yes — mileage at the rate authorized by law for necessary travel (K.S.A. § 43-171), i.e. the state-employee rate, not a fixed IRS figure.
Overnight / special circumstances
No — set per diem. Sequestered jurors are accommodated at court discretion.

Employer requirements

Employer required to pay
No — the employer is not required to pay wages; K.S.A. § 43-173 bars discharge or threats for jury service
Job protection law
Yes — K.S.A. § 43-173 bars discharging or threatening a permanent employee for jury service, with lost wages, reinstatement, injunctive relief, and attorney fees
Exemptions
No — blanket occupational exemptions; excusal for undue hardship or other good cause at the court's discretion

Additional information

Court applicability
Applies to District Court.
Common questions

Kansas jury duty FAQ

How much does Kansas pay for jury duty?
Not less than $10 nor more than $50/day, as set by the county commission (K.S.A. § 43-171). Yes - mileage at the rate authorized by law for necessary travel (K.S.A. § 43-171), i.e. the state-employee rate, not a fixed IRS figure.
Do employers in Kansas have to pay employees during jury duty?
No - the employer is not required to pay wages; K.S.A. § 43-173 bars discharge or threats for jury service
What job protections exist for jurors in Kansas?
Yes - K.S.A. § 43-173 bars discharging or threatening a permanent employee for jury service, with lost wages, reinstatement, injunctive relief, and attorney fees
Who can be exempt from jury duty in Kansas?
No blanket occupational exemptions; excusal for undue hardship or other good cause at the court's discretion
Where can I find the official Kansas jury duty information?
You can find official information about jury duty in Kansas on the official court website or by reviewing the relevant statutes, both linked on this page.