Terms Used In Kansas Statutes 12-4401

  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Plea: In a criminal case, the defendant's statement pleading "guilty" or "not guilty" in answer to the charges, a declaration made in open court.

Every person charged with violation of an ordinance shall receive a copy of the complaint, and shall not be required to plead until he or she shall have had a reasonable time to examine the same, to obtain counsel and to determine his or her plea.