HB2610: Limiting the use of a summons instead of a warrant for the arrest of a defendant to misdemeanor crimes and requiring that any bond set on a warrant issued after a failure to appear in response to a summons shall not allow release on the defendant's own recognizance.

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Plain-Language Summary

This bill limits when a summons can be used instead of an arrest warrant for misdemeanor crimes. It also requires that if someone fails to appear after receiving a summons, they won't be allowed to post bail and get released on their own recognizance.

Who This Affects

This affects Kansans who commit or are accused of committing misdemeanor crimes in Kansas. Specifically, it will impact those who fail to appear in court after being issued a summons.

Key Provisions

• Limits use of summonses for misdemeanor crimes • Requires bond for failure to appear after summons • No release on own recognizance if bond is set

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Introduced

Sunday, February 1, 2026

Last Action

Senate Hearing: Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 10:30 AM Room 346-S

Mar 2, 2026

HB2610: Limiting the use of a summons instead of a warrant for the arrest of a defendant to misdemeanor crimes and requiring that any bond set on a warrant issued after a failure to appear in response to a summons shall not allow release on the defendant's own recognizance.

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