Kansas § 38-1518 - Fingerprints and photographs
Full text of Kansas Kansas Statutes Annotated § 38-1518 — Fingerprints and photographs, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38-1518. Fingerprints and photographs
38-1518. Fingerprints and photographs. (a) Fingerprints or photographs shall not be taken of any person under 18 years of age who is taken into custody for any purpose, except:(1) As authorized by K.S.A. 38-2313, and amendments thereto; or(2) if authorized by a judge of the district court having jurisdiction.(b) Fingerprints and photographs taken under subsection (a)(2) shall be kept readily distinguishable from those of persons of the age of majority.(c) Fingerprints and photographs taken under subsection (a)(2) may be sent to a state or federal repository only if authorized by a judge of the district court having jurisdiction.(d) Nothing in this section shall preclude the custodian of the child from authorizing photographs or fingerprints of the child to be used in any action under the Kansas parentage act, K.S.A. 23-2201 et seq., and amendments thereto.(e) This section shall be part of and supplemental to the Kansas code for care of children.History: L. 1984, ch. 157, § 1; L. 1992, ch. 312, § 4; L. 2006, ch. 169, § 107; L. 2012, ch. 162, § 58; May 31.
Source: official Kansas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Kansas § 38-1518
What does Kansas Statutes Annotated § 38-1518 cover?
Section 38-1518 ("Fingerprints and photographs") is part of the Kansas Statutes Annotated, the codified statutory law of Kansas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Kansas § 38-1518?
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Is this the official text of Kansas law?
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How does Kansas § 38-1518 apply to my situation?
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