Kan. Stat. Ann. § 58-5406
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).
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No law enforcement agency or such agency’s deputies or employees or political subdivision of the state may be held liable for any action or omission made in good faith pursuant to this act. A law enforcement officer is not liable to an unauthorized person individual or any other party for loss, destruction or damage of property.
Under Kan. Stat. Ann. §§ 58-5401–58-5406, Kansas law shields law enforcement agencies, their deputies and employees, and political subdivisions of the state from civil liability when they act in good faith while carrying out the duties described in this act. A law enforcement officer is separately protected from liability to unauthorized individuals or any other party for loss, destruction, or damage to property that occurs in connection with those duties. These immunity provisions define the outer boundary of legal exposure for governmental actors operating under this statute.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Kan. Stat. Ann. §§ 58-5401–58-5406 establishes that when a landlord requests or coordinates with law enforcement to carry out actions authorized by this act, the governmental actors involved are insulated from liability for good-faith conduct. Property owners and managers who work within the framework of this act should be aware that the immunity runs to the law enforcement side, not necessarily to private parties. Operators generally document their requests and communications with law enforcement to maintain a clear record of the basis for any agency involvement.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Kan. Stat. Ann. §§ 58-5401–58-5406 limits the circumstances under which a tenant or other individual can bring a claim against a law enforcement agency, its employees, or a political subdivision for actions taken in good faith under this act. The provision also bars claims by unauthorized individuals against officers for property loss, destruction, or damage arising from covered conduct. Tenants who believe their property was improperly handled or that an officer acted outside the scope of good faith may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider to understand what avenues, if any, remain available.
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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