WICHITA, Kan. , Aug. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A Driving Under the Influence (DUI) charge carries serious consequences, which may be amplified for repeat offenders.
Because of Kansas' strict "look-back period" regarding DUIs, you may not be walking away with a warning, even if it's your first offense in nearly 10 years. To better understand how Kansas' look-back period may affect your penalties, follow along as our Wichita DUI Attorneys at the McConnell Law Firm detail the specifics of Kansas' DUI laws. Understanding Kansas' Look-Back Period When it comes to DUI charges, the look-back period is the timeframe within which prior DUI offenses are factored into determining penalties for a new charge.
It's important to note that in Kansas , any DUI convictions since July 1, 2001 , will be considered when determining penalties for a subsequent DUI conviction. "Any convictions before July 1, 2001 , should not be used to enhance your sentencing," said Jonathan W. McConnell , founding Wichita DUI Attorney at the McConnell Law Firm.
"However, you have to be aware that courts may still base decisions on such knowledge of previous DUI convictions." First DUI Offense According to Kansas Statute , the penalties for a first-time DUI offense are severe but less stringent when compared to subsequent offenses. A first DUI conviction is classified as a class B, nonperson misdemeanor, with penalties including: Second DUI Offense A second DUI offense in Kansas is classified as a class A, nonperson.