How long does eviction take in Kansas City?

[Jin Zhang]

Hi everyone, 

How long does eviction take in Kansas City? In California, where I live, it could take a long time. And tenants have many tactics to slow down the process. What is the situation like in Kansas City? Do tenants tend to use tactics to slow down the process? 

Best,

Jin 

[Nathan Gesner]

Quote from @Jin Zhang:

You initiate the process by filing a 3-day Notice. It can take up to three days to serve, then you can file in court after the 3-day period. You'll receive a hearing a couple weeks after filing in court. If you win, the tenant has X days to vacate.

The entire process can be done in less than 30 days. However, there are tactics the tenant can use to cause delays. Fortunately, most of them are unaware or unwilling to fight. In my experience, most tenants will disappear when they receive the court summons because they have no defense. Then you can cancel the court hearing and move on.

[Jin Zhang]

Quote from @Nathan Gesner:

Quote from @Jin Zhang:

You initiate the process by filing a 3-day Notice. It can take up to three days to serve, then you can file in court after the 3-day period. You'll receive a hearing a couple weeks after filing in court. If you win, the tenant has X days to vacate.

The entire process can be done in less than 30 days. However, there are tactics the tenant can use to cause delays. Fortunately, most of them are unaware or unwilling to fight. In my experience, most tenants will disappear when they receive the court summons because they have no defense. Then you can cancel the court hearing and move on.

 Thank you! This information is very helpful.