In Kansas, an impaired-driving crash that injures another person may be charged as aggravated battery while DUI, sometimes described as vehicular assault. At Addair Law, we defend people facing serious DUI-related charges in Manhattan, Kansas, addressing both the felony prosecution and the separate driver’s license matter arising from the arrest.
Attorney Tom Addair previously served as City Prosecutor for the City of Manhattan. He received Kansas Highway Patrol training in DUI investigation and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, the structured roadside exercises officers use to evaluate suspected impairment. He is also a certified Kansas instructor for that course.
We offer consultations in English and Spanish. Virtual consultations are available when meeting in person isn’t practical, allowing clients to discuss the charge and immediate deadlines from a workable location.
Call (785) 645-2732 to discuss the allegation, immediate deadlines, and next steps.
The 14-Day License Deadline & DUI Plea Limits
A person arrested for DUI has 14 days from the arrest date to request a driver’s license hearing from the Kansas Department of Revenue. If the request isn’t submitted on time, the license suspension takes effect automatically without a hearing. This administrative proceeding is separate from the criminal case, although both can arise from the same arrest.
Kansas law prohibits plea bargaining to reduce a DUI charge to a lesser offense. Mandatory minimum DUI sentencing provisions can’t be negotiated away either. Any permissible plea discussion depends on the charges, available evidence, and circumstances surrounding the collision.
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Felony DUI and related charges arising in Manhattan and Riley County are heard in Riley County District Court rather than municipal court. We represent clients in that court throughout these proceedings, although the stages vary with each case.
Potential stages of a felony case include:
Arraignment: The court formally advises the defendant of the charge, and the defendant enters a plea.
Preliminary hearing: The court considers whether sufficient evidence exists for the felony case to proceed. A felony defendant has the right to this hearing.
Pre-trial motions: The parties raise legal or evidentiary issues for the court to address before a possible trial.
Trial: The prosecution must prove the charged offense under the applicable burden of proof.
Injury Severity & Fatal Crash Allegations
Under K.S.A. 21-5413, aggravated battery includes knowingly causing bodily harm or great bodily harm to another person with a motor vehicle under specified DUI-related circumstances. An allegation involving bodily harm is classified as a severity level 8 person felony. When the alleged injury meets the higher threshold, the classification rises to a severity level 5 person felony. We defend clients accused of both forms of aggravated battery tied to alleged DUI conduct.
The distinction between the two injury categories affects the severity classification, while a death allegation can lead to a different charge. A DUI resulting in death may be charged as involuntary manslaughter, a severity level 4 person felony carrying a sentencing range of 38 to 172 months in prison and fines of up to $300,000. Kansas felony sentencing depends on the offense classification and the defendant’s criminal history.
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What Sets Addair Law Apart?
Bilingual Representation
We provide legal services in both English and Spanish to ensure clear communication and personalized guidance for every client.
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Our approach prioritizes your needs and goals, with strategies designed to achieve the best outcomes for your unique situation.
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With a deep understanding of the law and our community, we’re committed to protecting your rights and advocating for you every step of the way.
Discuss the Charge Before Deadlines Pass
Our contact form allows you to provide the arrest date so we can identify immediate criminal and licensing issues. We can then discuss the charge, the court involved, and a workable consultation format.
Call (785) 645-2732 to discuss your aggravated battery while DUI charge with our criminal defense lawyers.
DUI-Related Felony Allegations for Fort Riley Servicemembers
Active-duty servicemembers near Fort Riley may face concerns beyond the state criminal case. Criminal proceedings and military administrative or disciplinary matters can move on separate tracks, requiring attention to both court obligations and command-related requirements.
Our criminal defense lawyers advise military personnel on the interaction between these separate systems. We represent active-duty servicemembers in state court and assist with matters within the military justice system under the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Potential effects on security clearance, rank, and a military career depend on the servicemember’s circumstances and remain distinct from any criminal sentence.
