Miami County
Miami County came into existence in 1855. It is located in east-central Kansas and named for the Miami tribe. The county seat is Paola. The county has an estimated population of 35,320 people as of the 2023 United States Census, with 575.88 square miles of land. The court system in Miami County consists of a District Court and three Municipal courts.
The Miami County District Court is part of the 6th Judicial District Court in Kansas. It is a trial court with general jurisdiction over most criminal and civil cases. The court oversees cases including domestic relations, probate of wills, juvenile matters, divorce, guardianships, estate administration, and conservatorships. Municipal Courts in Miami County have jurisdiction over violations of city ordinances committed within the city limit. These include traffic offenses, certain misdemeanors, and other municipal ordinance violations.
In Miami County, court records consist of information, documents, and exhibits from court proceedings within the county's territories. These records include pleadings, motions, evidence, docket entries, transcripts, and court orders. Miami County court records are generally available and accessible to the public. Under the Kansas Open Record Act, individuals may obtain or view most court records. Certain court records and information in the county are exempt from public disclosure. These include adoptions, juvenile, and mental health records. Common types of publicly available Miami County court records include the following:
- Civil Court Records
- Criminal Court Records
- Traffic Court Records
- Probate Court Records
The Miami County Clerk serves as the record custodian for the county, including court records. Record seekers may search for Miami County District court records online through the Kansas District Court Public Access portal. Court records are also available on computers reserved for public searches at the courthouse. To obtain copies and certified copies, interested individuals may visit the courthouse at:
Miami County Courthouse
120 S Pearl St
Paola, KS 66071
Phone: (913) 294-3326
Fax: (913) 294-2535
Miami County Clerk's Office
Administration Building
201 S. Pearl, Suite 102
Paola, KS 66071
