SB443

Requiring cause for evictions from residential property, modifying the petition and notice requirements for eviction cases and removing the requirement to post bond before the court may grant a continuance.

Introduced·2/2/26
Introduced Text

Kansas SB443 requires cause for evictions, modifies petition and notice requirements, and removes bond requirement for continuances.

Kansas SB443 amends eviction laws by requiring a cause for evictions from residential property. It modifies the petition requirements, mandating inclusion of the most recent rental agreement, notice to leave, and any exhibits intended for trial. If these items are not included, the case shall be dismissed. The bill also removes the requirement to post bond before the court may grant a continuance. The act repeals and replaces sections 61-3801, 61-3804, 61-3805, and 61-3807 of the Kansas Statutes Annotated.

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Judiciary Committee
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History

Feb 3

Senate

Senate Referred to Committee on Judiciary

Feb 2

Senate

Senate Introduced