Have you been arrested for a DUI in Ford County, Kansas?

Kansas DUI law is very strict and the penalties involve potential jail time. In many KS DUI arrests, diversion is an available alternative to punishment. However, it is not available to all defendants.

Although Kansas DUI law is the same throughout the state, the way it is applied varies from county to county. For this reason, it is a good idea to speak with a local lawyer. A Kansas DUI lawyer who understands Ford County DUI procedure and case-flow is your best bet. That is because experience in individual courts, and even with individual judges and prosecutors can make a huge difference.

If the DUI lawyer representing you is unknown to prosecutors and judges, they may test him or her, and may not offer you the best possible deals. On the other hand, when you go into your hearing with an attorney who knows Ford County drunk driving protocol and court customs, and who is a known entity to the state, many doors may open just by virtue of who represents you. It is great to have a Kansas DUI lawyer who will fight hard for you, but only by being experienced on the local level can your attorney fight both hard and smart right from the beginning. It makes take your advice from somebody who doesn't have a learning curve to get up to speed in your case.

Even before you contact an attorney, it make sense to research Kansas DUI court procedure, the ways in which Kansas uses DUI chemical evidence, and look at other peoples questions about KS drunk driving issues.

It also makes sense to educate yourself about the license consequences of your charge, including license suspensions and the requirements for using ignition interlock devices in Kansas.

If you face a DUI in a county other than Ford, can find your lawyer by county or return to the main Kansas DUI page.