FAQs • Riley County • CivicEngage

How can I drop charges against someone?: A victim does not file charges nor drop charges against another person. That is the responsibility of the Riley County Attorney's Office. If you are the victim of a crime, you may meet with the prosecutor assigned to the case to discuss your wishes by calling and setting up an appointment. When you call, be sure to identify yourself, provide the police case number and the name of the person who has been charged.

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1. How can I drop charges against someone?: A victim does not file charges nor drop charges against another person. That is the responsibility of the Riley County Attorney's Office. If you are the victim of a crime, you may meet with the prosecutor assigned to the case to discuss your wishes by calling and setting up an appointment. When you call, be sure to identify yourself, provide the police case number and the name of the person who has been charged.

2. How can I find out if an arrest warrant has been issued on myself, a friend or relative?: The Riley County Attorney's Office will not reveal if an arrest warrant has been issued.

3. How do I obtain criminal history on a individual within Riley County?: The Riley County Attorney's Office will not release any criminal history information. If you wish to obtain criminal history information, please visit the Kansas Bureau of Investigation https://www.kansas.gov/kbi/

4. My landlord has threatened to kick me out of my house/apartment, what can I do?: The Riley County Attorney's Office does not handle Landlord Tenant issues. Please contact Housing and Credit Counseling Inc at (785) 539-6666.

5. When are first appearances in City Court/Municipal Court? Where is the court located?: First appearances in City Court/Municipal Court are Tuesday and Thursday at 8:00 a.m., located at 610 Colorado Street, Manhattan, KS 66502. Telephone: (785) 587-2450.

6. When are first appearances for District Court? Where is the court located?: First Appearances in the Riley County District Court are Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1:30 p.m.; he court is located at 100 Courthouse Plaza, the limestone building with the clock tower.