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.
Helmets required for all riders under 18. Universal helmet law repealed 1976.
6 years
65 and over: renewal every 4 years
None
Illegal
None
75
75
70
70
70
70
0.15
30 days
None
Highly incentivized for all convictions
Yes
Yes
8 years old and over 80 lbs or taller than 57" tall
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
16 years, 6 months
14
12
50 (10)
16 (at 15, can drive without supervision to and from work or school)
First 6 months: 9 p.m. - 5 a.m.
First 6 months: no more than 1 non-sibling
Primary
14 and over
14-17 yrs: All 18 and over: Front (other seating positions are secondary enforcement)
No
No
Drivers with learner or intermediate license. Primary law.
All drivers. Primary law.
n/a
None
n/a
None
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 26, 2021
CONTACT: Adam Snider, 202-580-7930
202-365-8971 (after hours)
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Motorcycle Helmet Required?
Helmets required for all riders under 18. Universal helmet law repealed 1976.
Length of Regular Renewal Cycle
6 years
DUID Zero Tolerance or Per se Laws for Some Drugs
None
Rural Interstates: Cars (MPH)
75
Ignition Interlocks
Highly incentivized for all convictions
Child Restraint Required
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
Full Privilege Minimum Age
16 years, 6 months
