The laws governing the operation of a motor vehicle while impaired in the state of Kansas are among the most severe of any state. Three-quarters of defendants in a DUI case have no familiarity whatsoever with the Kansas court system. For these two reasons it is highly recommended to retain competent counsel when confronted with a DUI charge. Here are some possible consequences to a DUI charge in Kansas.
1. You are undoubtedly involved in a criminal proceeding.
2. You are also involved in a completely separate and independent administrative license hearing with the Kansas Department of Revenue. You have 14 days to file an application for a hearing before you lose your license.
On the criminal side, the first DUI conviction can lead to surprisingly serious consequences, which may include license suspension. In Kansas, a mandatory 48 hours in jail is required, or 100 hours of community service. The completion of a drug and alcohol evaluation and a possible 8 hour alcohol education class-all at your expense. Other costs include fines which range from $750-1000, court fees, and possibly probation fees.
The second DUI conviction has even more dire consequences and should be aggressively avoided. At this level, jail time ranges from 90 days to 1 year. Fines increase to a range of $1250-1750, court costs increase, as do probation fees. The court will order the completion of a drug and alcohol evaluation and then a treatment program-all to be paid out of your pocket.
The third DUI conviction in Kansas is a felony. Imprisonment will range from a minimum of 90 days to a maximum of 1 year. Fines range from $1750 to $2500 in addition to required court costs, possible drug and alcohol evaluation costs, alcohol treatment programs, and probation costs.
First DUI
- 48 hour mandatory minimum in jail OR 100 hours community service
- $750-1000 fine
- Possible treatment program/drug and alcohol evaluation/8 hour alcohol education class
Second DUI
- 90 days to 1 year in jail
- $1250-1750 fine
- Possible treatment program/drug and alcohol evaluation/8 hour alcohol education class
Third DUI (Felony)
- 90 days to 1 year in jail
- $1750-2500 fine
- Possible treatment program/drug and alcohol evaluation/8 hour alcohol education class