How to Turn Yourself In on a Warrant at Lyon County (Detention Center & Walk-In Docket)
If you have an active warrant in Emporia, you've got two official options: turn yourself in at the Lyon County Detention Center, or show up at the Emporia Municipal Court Walk-In docket on Tuesday morning.
Emporia's Municipal Court FAQ outlines two ways to handle an active warrant. You can turn yourself in at the Lyon County Detention Center, or you can appear at the Walk-In docket on Tuesday morning. Which option works best depends on your situation. Either way, make a couple of quick phone calls before you go - you'll want to know what to expect so there are no surprises.
Your first option is turning yourself in at the Lyon County Detention Center. Before you head over, call ahead at (620) 341-3205 and ask what to expect when you arrive. Staff can walk you through the booking process and explain what happens next - including release options that may be available.
Tip: Call the Lyon County Detention Center at (620) 341-3205 before you go. They can tell you whether someone is currently incarcerated and what release options are available.
Your second option is the Emporia Municipal Court Walk-In docket, held Tuesday mornings. This is a court-based route, so timing matters. Show up late and you might not see the judge that day. Treat it like an appointment you can't miss - plan your morning around getting there early enough to check in.
Deadline: If you want to be seen by the judge at the Walk-In docket, you must be signed in with the Clerk’s Office by 9:45 am that day.
Before You Go Calls
- ✓ Court Clerk’s Office: (620) 343-5666 - ask if there is a bench warrant for your arrest through the Emporia Municipal Court.
- ✓ Lyon County Detention Center: (620) 341-3205 - ask whether someone is currently incarcerated and what options for release are available.
A little planning goes a long way. Bring a valid photo ID and give yourself extra time - both for travel and for waiting. Don't assume you'll be in and out quickly. Processing and court lines often take longer than expected. If you have questions about what happens after you show up (like how release works), get those answered by phone first. That way you can plan ahead for transportation, work, childcare, or anything else you need to cover.
- Confirm the warrant status - Call the Court Clerk’s Office and ask whether there is a bench warrant through the Emporia Municipal Court.
- Ask about custody and release - Call the Lyon County Detention Center to ask whether someone is currently incarcerated and what options for release may apply.
- Show up prepared - Arrive early, bring photo ID, and plan for the process to take time.
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