GHSA maintains data on state laws surrounding a number of highway safety issues. Below is information regarding laws in the state of Kansas. For more information, consult the State Highway Safety Office.
| Increased Penalty for High BAC | Administrative License Suspension on First Offense | Limited Driving Privileges During Suspension |
|---|---|---|
| .15 | 30 days |
Highly incentivized for all convictions
| Open Container Laws | Repeat Offender Laws |
|---|---|
| Yes | Yes |
Under age 4 in an appropriate child restraint
4-8 years, under 80 pounds or 57” tall in an appropriate child restraint or booster seat
8 years old and over 80 lbs or taller than 57" tall
No
No
Drivers with learner or intermediate license. Primary law.
All drivers. Primary law.
6 years
65 and over: renewal every 4 years
Helmets required for all riders under 18. Universal helmet law repealed 1976.
Primary
14 and over
14-17 yrs: All
18 and over: Front (other seating positions are secondary enforcement)
No state law or programs
No state law or programs
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|---|
| 75 | 75 |
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|---|
| 70 | 70 |
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|---|
| 70 | 70 |
16 years, 6 months
|
Minimum Age (Years/Months) |
Minimum Duration (Months) |
Required Supervised Driving Hours (Night Hours) |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | 12 | 50 (10) |
|
Minimum Age (Years/Months) |
Nighttime Driving Restriction |
Passenger Restriction (except family, unless noted) |
|---|---|---|
| 16 | First 6 months: 9 p.m. - 5 a.m. | First 6 months: no more than 1 non-sibling |
*Note: At age 15, novice drivers can drive without supervision to and from work or school.
