DUI / Drunk Driving

Experienced Kansas City, Kansas, DUI Lawyer

Prosecution of drunk driving is notably tougher in Kansas these days. The state now has a lifetime look-back provision, which means that you could face enhanced penalties because of a DUI conviction that occurred 20 or 30 years ago. Vigorous representation by a skilled criminal defense lawyer is critical to prevent the worst criminal and civil sanctions.

Free Consultation: 913-281-6601 • Evening/Weekend: 816-516-8000

We understand that DUI arrests typically occur after business hours. Attorney Gary D. Stone is accessible by cell phone in your time of need. Located in Kansas City, Kansas, the Stone Law Office represents clients throughout the metro area (Wyandotte, Johnson, Leavenworth, and Douglas counties).

Why You Need a DUI Attorney IMMEDIATELY

A charge of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs affects you in two ways: (a) criminal charges that could result in jail time, and (b) your right to drive. We protect your rights in court and fight to maintain your driving privileges.

• In Kansas, you must request a driver's license hearing within 10 days of your arrest. Failure to do so will result in automatic suspension or revocation of your driving privileges. If you miss this deadline, there is little your attorney can do. We always request a hearing — if the jury or judge finds you not guilty or the prosecutor drops or reduces the charges against you, it may be possible to keep your license
• Do not make any statements to police during a DUI stop. Most people, when asked if they have been drinking, respond by telling the officer, “I’ve had two beers,” or “I’ve only had a couple.” By making an incriminating statement during a stop, you might be giving the officer a reason to test you for DUI. If the officer asks if you have been drinking, simply say “no.” The officer will then, before testing you for DUI, be put to the test to establish probable cause to believe you are impaired. The court may exclude the results of an illegal traffic stop or improperly administered test. If you are arrested and charged with DUI, call the Stone Law Office immediately.

Drunk Driving Repercussions in Kansas

Most DUIs happen to ordinary people who made a mistake by getting behind the wheel. Keeping clients out of jail is always Mr. Stone’s primary concern.

• On a first offense DUI (DWI), depending on your BAC level, you probably can avoid jail through a diversion program. Your license may be suspended for 30 days to one year.
• On a second DUI, sentencing guidelines may provide for maximum jail time of one year, but the Stone Law Office may be able to negotiate alcohol treatment, house arrest, or probation instead of jail time.
• A third or subsequent DUI is a felony, punishable by up to a year in the county jail. Mr. Stone will effectively argue for less time and try to keep you out of jail.
• Refusal to submit to a breathalyzer results in automatic and irrevocable suspension of your license for one year (first offense), regardless of the outcome of your DUI case.

Fighting Your DUI

Gary D. Stone is a former Wyandotte County, Kansas, prosecutor who has worked on both sides of DUI cases for the past 12 years. He investigates every aspect of your case for opportunities to build your defense. He will examine whether the officer had probable cause to stop you, remove you from the vehicle, administer tests, and take you into custody. He will examine whether Intoxilyzer results are scientifically and legally sound, and will obtain video evidence from the dash-mounted camera to see if the police administered the tests properly. If the tape is not preserved, the officer's testimony may be inadmissible in court

Contact the Stone Law Office Immediately

Too much is at stake to trust your defense to just anyone. Contact a proven DUI defense lawyer who is committed to obtaining the most favorable result for you. For a free consultation, contact Mr. Stone at 913-281-6601, or at 816-516-8000 after hours.

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