Kansas law on transporting open containers archaic
Transporting open alcoholic beverage containers can be a complex and heavily regulated issue in various states across the United States. Each state has its own set of laws and regulations …
Can minors drink alcohol with parental supervision in Kansas? Yes, but here’s what to consider
Recently, the media reported about Kansas law as it relates to allowing minors (those eighteen years of age but not yet twenty-one years of age) to drink alcohol at …
The Dual Challenges of a DUI in Kansas
In Kansas, there are two parts to every DUI arrest. There is a civil or administrative matter before the Kansas Department of Revenue (“KDOR”). The KDOR is the licensing authority …
John Rapp Provides Legal Insight on Dropped DUI Charges Against Wichita Lawmaker
John Rapp was recently interviewed by both KWCH and KAKE regarding the recent arrest and then dismissal of charges against Kansas Senate Republican Majority Leader Gene Suellentrop. You can hear …
COVID-19 and Domestic Violence
COVID-19 and an Increase in Domestic Violence During this uncertain time with the COVID-19 pandemic, I am fortunate to be able to stay at home with my family as much …
Depression and COVID-19
Depression is a disease. It is real. It is scary for all involved including families, spouses, children, friends, and those suffering from depression. All too often individuals suffering from depression …
COVID-19: Resources for those fighting substance abuse
In this uncertain time with COVID-19, those folks fighting substance abuse need to remember there are a number of online options to attend AA/NA meetings. Please do not let this …
Kansas Law Changes to Ignition Interlock Devices
The state of Kansas published a new amendment to regulation 92-56-2, requiring every ignition interlock device include a camera to identify the person breathing into the machine. The changes took …
Alcohol Detecting Devices
There is a large amount of pressure being applied on our congress that would require all new vehicles sold in the United States to have alcohol-detecting devices. It is the …
When a driver is unconscious they can be given a blood draw
On June 27, 2019, the United States Supreme Court (Mitchell v. Wisconsin), held that when a driver is unconscious and being taken to a hospital because of his or her …