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In Kansas, the length of a driver’s license suspension after a DUI depends on your blood alcohol concentration (BAC), even if you refused testing, and if it’s your first or a repeat offense. The suspension is handled separately from the criminal case and is enforced by the Kansas Department of Revenue.

First DUI Offense

• BAC under 0.15% – Your license is usually suspended for 30 days, followed by 6 months of restricted driving with an ignition interlock device (IID).
• BAC 0.15% or higher – Your license is suspended for 1 year, followed by 1 year of restricted driving with an IID.
• Refusal to take a test – Refusing a chemical test results in a 1-year suspension, plus 2 years of restricted driving with an IID.

Second DUI Offense

• BAC under 0.15% – A 1-year suspension followed by 1 year of restricted driving with an IID.
• BAC 0.15% or higher – A 1-year suspension, followed by 2 years of restricted driving with an IID.
• Refusal to test – A 1-year suspension, followed by 3 years of restricted driving with an IID.

Third DUI or More

• All third or subsequent DUIs result in at least a 1-year suspension, followed by 3 to 10 years of restricted driving with an IID, depending on the case details and prior history.

Restricted License Option

• You may qualify for a restricted license after serving part of your suspension period.
• You must install an ignition interlock device and maintain it for the full restriction period.
• Proof of insurance (SR-22) and payment of reinstatement fees are required before reinstatement or restriction approval.

In Kansas, your license suspension for a DUI can range from 30 days to one year, depending on your BAC and previous record. Refusing a test or having multiple offenses results in longer suspensions and extended ignition interlock requirements. After the suspension period, most drivers must complete a restricted period before regaining full driving privileges.