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DUI Bail – Driving Under the Influence in Kansas

In the state of Kansas, driving under the influence (DUI), formerly referred to as “driving while impaired,” comes with steep fines and penalties, which might result in needing DUI bail bonding services. 

It is considered a DUI when a person is operating a motor vehicle with a breath or blood alcohol content (BAC) level of 0.08 or above. For anyone under the age of 21, a BAC of 0.02 or above will result in a DUI due to strict law for minors.

Additionally, the state of Kansas considers the operation of a motor vehicle under the influence of any drugs, such as marijuana or narcotics, a DUI if those drugs render a person incapable of driving safely.

DUI Charges

DUI bail

DUI laws in Kansas have changed over the years to incorporate a wide variety of fines and penalties in addition to the arrest, such as administrative and judicial penalties. These might include: 

  • License suspension
  • Restricted driving 
  • Use of an ignition interlocking device (IID)
  • Vehicle impoundment

First and second DUI offenses are classified as misdemeanors, and then third and subsequent offenses are charged as felonies. 

For example, a first offense DUI charge might result in up to six months of jail time, up to $1,000 in fines, a minimum 30-day license suspension and a minimum of 180 days with an IID. In comparison, a third offense DUI charge could result in up to one year of jail time, up to $2,500 in fines, up to one-year license suspension and up to two years with an IID.

Details surrounding a DUI arrest may incur more severe charges, such as a DUI with a child under the age of 14 involved or involuntary manslaughter, such as during a motor vehicle accident. A judge or judicial officer determines specific charges after assessing past offenses, current charges and various other factors. The severity of final charges will affect eligibility for and cost of DUI bail.

Save Money with DUI Bail Bonding

If you are eligible for bail after a DUI, you can save money on your bond with Owens Bonding Co. Whether your bail is set at $1,000 or $50,000, we can write your bond and find a suitable payment plan. Owens Bonding serves counties across Kansas. Call us at 866-830-BOND (2663) or find an agent near you.