Kan. Stat. Ann. § 58-5405
2026 session law — the Revisor of Statutes has not yet published this section. Source: Session Laws of Kansas 2026, ch. 56 (Secretary of State). K.S.A. number per the Revisor's 2026 composite list of Aug. 13, 2026. Effective 7/1/2026. Bill heading as found: "House Bill No. 2378*" (asterisk meaning not determined).
Operative Text
The affiant owner of the dwelling unit or the agent of the owner of the dwelling unit shall provide notice at the dwelling unit notifying the unauthorized person that such person has no right to occupy the dwelling unit and must vacate immediately. The notice shall include the street address of the law enforcement agency where the affidavit will be delivered. A copy of the notice with the date and time of delivery shall be attached to the affidavit.
Under Kan. Stat. Ann. §§ 58-5401–58-5405 (effective July 1, 2026), when an owner or the owner's agent seeks to remove an unauthorized occupant from a dwelling unit, a written notice must first be posted or delivered at the unit. That notice must inform the unauthorized person that they have no right to occupy the unit and must leave immediately, and it must identify the street address of the law enforcement agency where the supporting affidavit will be filed. Proof of delivery—including the date and time—must be attached to the affidavit as part of the process.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under §§ 58-5401–58-5405, compliant operators acting to remove an unauthorized occupant generally ensure that a written notice is prepared and delivered directly to the dwelling unit before proceeding further. The notice must state that the occupant has no right to be there and must vacate immediately, and it must include the street address of the relevant law enforcement agency. Operators also document the delivery by recording the date and time and attaching a copy of that notice to the affidavit submitted to law enforcement.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Kan. Stat. Ann. §§ 58-5401–58-5405 establish procedural steps an owner must follow before law enforcement involvement, including delivering a written notice to the dwelling unit that specifies the occupant has no right to remain and identifies the law enforcement agency where an affidavit will be filed. If a person receives such a notice, they may want to review whether the notice meets all statutory requirements, since procedural defects could be relevant to any subsequent proceedings. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid offices familiar with Kansas housing law can help individuals understand what options may be available under this provision.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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