The mere discussion of reducing the legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit from .08 to .05 has caused a flurry of criticism and outrage from many. But reading this story about a man who was arrested when he was completely sober might leave some wondering whether the BAC limit even matters: http://www.newsmax.com/TheWire/sober-man-dui-charge/2013/06/10/id/509010. Sometimes, it seems […]
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The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) recently recommended that all 50 states lower the legal limit for drivers’ blood alcohol content (BAC) to .05. The NTSB also called for states to pass legislation that will make it easier for law enforcement officers to confiscate licenses from drivers with BAC measurements in excess of this limit. […]
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The Kansas Legislature recently passed a bill that broadens prosecutors’ charging options when DUI results in an injury accident. The bill, known as the “Aggravated DUI Bill,” passed unanimously in the House and the Senate, and it is on its way to the Governor to be signed into law. The “Aggravated DUI Bill” allows prosecutors […]
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Whether you have a paternity case or a divorce case, it is important to understand the difference between legal custody and residency in any domestic matter. In Kansas, legal custody refers to the designation of parental responsibilities for a child. Parental responsibilities include decision making involving health, education, religious training, and general welfare of the […]
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More often than you might think, I get a call from someone who has been arrested for DUI even though he was not driving. In Kansas, you can be charged with DUI for operating or attempting to operate a vehicle. Operating a vehicle under the influence means driving — it requires actual movement of the […]
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Common law marriage is one of those legal topics that is often discussed but seldom understood. In 2013, Kansas is one of very few states that still recognizes common law marriage. In Kansas, a couple is considered to have a common law marriage if: 1) The parties are over the age of 18 years; 2) […]
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