Kansas Final Paycheck Laws

Calculate when final wages are due under Kansas law. Enter the termination details below.

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Find out exactly when the final paycheck is due based on state law.

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Kansas Law

Next regular payday

Kansas requires final wages to be paid by the next regular payday, regardless of whether the separation is voluntary or involuntary. Employers should not withhold final paychecks for return of company property or other disputes.

KS Labor Code
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Kansas Final Paycheck Requirements

ScenarioDeadline
Employee is fired or laid offNext regular payday
Employee quits with noticeNext regular payday
Employee quits without noticeNext regular payday
PTO/Vacation payout required?No / depends on policy

Penalties

Kansas does not have specific statutory penalties for late final paychecks. However, employees may still file wage claims and employers could face other consequences.

PTO/Vacation Payout

Kansas does not require payout of accrued, unused vacation upon separation. However, if your employee handbook or employment agreement promises vacation payout, you must honor that commitment. Review policies carefully to avoid creating unintended obligations.

Additional Notes

Kansas requires final wages to be paid by the next regular payday, regardless of whether the separation is voluntary or involuntary. Employers should not withhold final paychecks for return of company property or other disputes.

Legal Citation: KS Labor Code

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