A DUI in Kansas can feel like a roadblock to your life and ambitions — but Smart Start is here to help you overcome your challenges with Ignition Interlock Device services near you. Smart Start’s knowledgeable, compassionate customer care team delivers 24/7 multilingual support, and our skilled technicians install your Ignition Interlock Device (IID) quickly so you can get back on the road faster.
Worried about the cost of your IID? Smart Start’s competitive pricing helps you find an affordable price for a Kansas Ignition Interlock Device.
Ready to start your new chapter? Call Smart Start today — our state specialist Program Advisors will be happy to help you find an IID solution that fits your needs and program requirements.
Some Kansas drivers may be required to install an IID and participate in the Kansas Ignition Interlock Program to get their driving privileges back after a DUI.
The following is general information, not legal advice, about the conditions you might have to complete before applying for a reinstated license.
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License Hearing
Schedule Installation
Obtain SR-22 Certificate
Assessment and Education
Pay Fees and Complete Forms
Service Appointments
Removal or Early Removal
Information as of March 1, 2025.
Please note that the information in the following sections is for general informational purposes only. The materials contained herein are not intended to and should not be relied upon or construed as a legal opinion or legal advice or to address all circumstances that might arise. Information may be dated and may not reflect the most current developments. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular legal matter. Only your individual attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein – and your interpretation of it – is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation. Smart Start expressly disclaims all liability regarding actions taken or not taken based on any or all content.
Resolving your DUI in Kansas requires you to meet a set of requirements imposed by the state. If you’re getting started on your DUI journey, we’ve assembled a few facts to help you understand the consequences you might be facing.
The penalties for a DUI in Kansas depend on a variety of factors, including whether it’s your first DUI and what you tested for blood alcohol content (BAC) during your arrest. Some of the potential legal consequences can include:
If your arrest included aggravating factors such as a crash, a minor in the vehicle, or a BAC of .15 or above, you might be subject to increased penalties.
In most cases, you’ll also be required to install an Ignition Interlock Device in any vehicles you drive. Kansas Ignition Interlock laws may require you to keep your IID installed anywhere from 6 months (for a first offense with a low BAC) to 10 years (for someone with repeated DUIs).
You’ll be financially responsible for the cost of installing and leasing your IID. Remember also that you’ll need to choose a Kansas Ignition Interlock Device vendor approved by the Kansas Highway Patrol.
Some Kansas drivers may be required to install an IID and participate in the Kansas Ignition Interlock Program to retain their driving privileges after a DUI. Conditions for restoring your driver’s license in Kansas will be different for every driver, but you’ll be required to verify that you’ve completed the conditions of your sentencing.
You can use the Kansas Department of Revenue website to check the status of your Kansas driver’s license, as well as to pay any applicable reinstatement fees.
We understand that a DUI can be a major financial challenge, so we offer an affordable solution for getting your Ignition Interlock in KS.
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No long-term contracts required
Affordable pricing Note that drivers who meet certain financial requirements can apply to the Reduced Cost Ignition Interlock Program for financial assistance with affording their IID lease. To find out more about the cost of an Ignition Interlock near you, see our IID cost guide for Kansas.
Your DUI doesn’t have to define your life. With our knowledgeable Program Advisors who are ready to listen and address your needs, Smart Start is here to help you get on the road to a brighter future.
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As part of your Ignition Interlock requirement, you may be required to complete specific forms. Find the forms you need right here!
Used by individuals to apply to the Kansas Department of Revenue Division of Vehicles for a determination on eligibility to have a modification to a driving restriction for limited purposes.
Used by individuals to apply to the Kansas Department of Revenue Division of Vehicles to determine eligibility to have an alcohol or drug related
suspension or revocation modified to operate a motor vehicle equipped with an Ignition Interlock Device.
Completed by individuals at the time of installation or removal or an Ignition Interlock Device.
It’s important to thoroughly understand how IIDs work, and what you’ll need to do to stay in compliance with your program. Get fast answers to your most common questions about Interlocks in Kansas.
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Do I need the device on all of my vehicles?
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Does the camera watch me all the time?
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What happens if I violate?
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