Kansas § 77-603 - Application and construction

Full text of Kansas Kansas Statutes Annotated § 77-603 — Application and construction, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 77-603. Application and construction

77-603. Application and construction. (a) This act applies to all agencies and all proceedings for judicial review and civil enforcement of agency actions not specifically exempted by statute from the provisions of this act.(b) This act creates only procedural rights and imposes only procedural duties. They are in addition to those created and imposed by other statutes.(c) This act does not apply to agency actions:(1) Of the prisoner review board concerning inmates or persons under parole or conditional release supervision;(2) concerning the management, discipline or release of persons in the custody of the secretary of corrections;(3) concerning the management, discipline or release of persons in the custody of the commissioner of juvenile justice;(4) under the election laws contained in chapter 25 of the Kansas Statutes Annotated, and amendments thereto, except as provided by K.S.A. 25-4185, and amendments thereto;(5) concerning pardon, commutation of sentence, clemency or extradition;(6) concerning military or naval affairs other than actions relating to armories;(7) governed by the provisions of the open records act and subject to an action for enforcement pursuant to K.S.A. 45-222, and amendments thereto; or(8) governed by the provisions of K.S.A. 75-4317 et seq., and amendments thereto, relating to open public meetings, and subject to an action for civil penalties or enforcement pursuant to K.S.A. 75-4320 or 75-4320a, and amendments thereto.History: L. 1984, ch. 338, § 3; L. 1986, ch. 318, § 2; L. 1988, ch. 369, § 7; L. 2005, ch. 9, § 1; L. 2009, ch. 109, § 24; L. 2012, ch. 16, § 39; L. 2015, ch. 95, § 15; July 1.

Frequently Asked Questions About Kansas § 77-603

What does Kansas Statutes Annotated § 77-603 cover?

Section 77-603 ("Application and construction") 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 § 77-603?

A common citation format is "Kansas Statutes Annotated § 77-603" (Kansas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Kansas law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Kansas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Kansas attorney.

How does Kansas § 77-603 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Kansas can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

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