Littering
K.S.A. 21-5815 — at least $250 the first time, up to $4,000 by the third, and litter pickup every time
Criminal littering is recklessly leaving any object or substance on a public street, highway, road, park or other public place, in a lake, stream or other water, or on private property without the owner's or occupant's consent.
Who handles this in Kansas: Johnson County Bar Association, Find a Lawyer; and legal aid programs and the state offices, listed in the Kansas directory.
| Conviction | Fine |
|---|---|
| ConvictionFirst | Fine$250 to $1,000 |
| ConvictionSecond | Fine$1,000 to $2,000 |
| ConvictionThird or later | Fine$2,000 to $4,000 |
On top of the fine, the court requires the person to pick up litter for a time and place it sets. Whether a particular charge fits is a question for a licensed Kansas attorney.
Sources for this section (1)
- K.S.A. 21-5815 — Criminal littering
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Kansas attorney.