Recording Laws
One-Party Consent
Kansas is a one-party consent state. One party must consent to recording.
Statute: Kan. Stat. § 21-6101
Can Record Police: Yes (in public)
Penalties: Severity level 8 person felony
Stop and Identify
ID Required When Detained
When officer has reasonable suspicion and requests identification
What you must provide:
- - Name
- - Address
- - Explanation of conduct
Penalty for refusal: Class B misdemeanor
Statute: Kan. Stat. § 22-2402
Immigration Policy
Anti-Sanctuary State
Kansas bans sanctuary policies.
ICE Cooperation: Full Cooperation
State Resources
State Bar Association
https://www.ksbar.org/Legal Aid
https://www.kansaslegalservices.org/Remember in Kansas
- ✓ You always have the right to remain silent
- ✓ You can record police in public spaces
- ✓ You do not have to consent to a search
- ✓ If arrested, say "I want a lawyer"
- ! In Kansas, you must identify yourself when lawfully detained