DUI Lawyer Olathe Kansas

Arrested for DUI in Olathe?

Have you been charged with a DUI in Olathe, Kansas? The Olathe Municipal Court is located at 1200 S. Harrison St., Olathe, Kansas, 66061. Olathe employs a team of experienced Prosecutors and one full-time Judge. There are no Jury Trials conducted in Olathe Municipal Court as all trials are before the Olathe Municipal Court Judge. Olathe will usually not require a bond to be posted after a DUI arrest. You want to speak with an experienced Olathe DUI Lawyer as soon as possible to protect your rights.

The Olathe Municipal Court hears cases involving Driving Under the Influence (DUI), Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana, Probation Violations, Theft, Stealing charges, Driving in Violation of DUI Ignition Interlock Laws, and other Misdemeanor Traffic Violations and City Code Infractions. If you are convicted at the Municipal Court level, an appeal can be made to Johnson County District Court in Olathe, Kansas.

Can I Still Drive After A DUI Arrest in Olathe?

Yes, you can continue to drive after a DUI arrest in most cases. The Officer should have served you with a DC-27 form as a temporary Kansas Drivers License. This form is valid as a Kansas Drivers License for thirty days.

If your Blood Alcohol Level was .08 or above you face a potential suspension of at least thirty days followed by six months of ignition interlock. if your Blood Alcohol level was .15 or above the suspension is for one year followed by one year of ignition interlock. If you refused testing that penalty increases to a one-year suspension followed by two years of ignition interlock.

When you have been charged with DUI in Olathe you have ten business days or fourteen calendar days to request the Drivers License Hearing regarding the potential suspension or revocation of your Kansas Driver License. A Kansas DUI Driver License Hearing request must be made in writing to the Kansas Department of Revenue in Topeka, Kansas. The suspension or revocation of your Kansas Drivers License when charged with DUI is a separate matter from the criminal case in Olathe Municipal Court. Failure to request the Drivers License Hearing may result in the automatic suspension of your Kansas Driving Privileges.

When you hire the Law Offices of Charles R. Green the first step we take on your behalf is to request that a Drivers License Hearing be held. A Drivers License hearing request preserves your right to challenge the suspension of your Kansas Driving Privileges and also importantly allows you to continue to drive legally in Kansas during the Driver License Hearing process.

Our Office offers a free initial consultation regarding your case; contact us today at 913.383.3311 or submit a Fast and Confidential Case Evaluation form on our website.

We Have Been Defending DUI Charges in Olathe Since 1993

The Law Offices of Charles R. Green has been providing DUI Defense and counsel in Olathe for more than twenty-five years. If you have a pending DUI charge in Olathe, the Law Offices of Charles R. Green can help. When you work with this experienced DUI defense law firm, you can have peace of mind knowing that a well-respected and experienced law firm is on your side. After a DUI arrest, you might feel overwhelmed and intimidated by the complicated legal proceedings ahead of you. When you work with The Law Offices of Charles R. Green, you can have confidence knowing that two decades of legal experience are on your side. Attorney Green is dedicated to providing the best legal assistance and representation that he can offer, and always strives to give each client the personalized care and attention to detail that they deserve.

Facing a DUI arrest is never easy. That's why The Law Offices of Charles R. Green is dedicated to helping its clients obtain favorable case outcomes in complicated DUI cases. The firm's legal team understands the seriousness of your case. If convicted of drunk driving in Kansas, your job, reputation and freedom could be compromised. That's why the firm is committed to providing aggressive and effective legal defense to clients when they need it the most.

The firm handles a wide-variety of DUI practice areas. The legal team at The Law Offices of Charles R. Green possesses an in-depth understanding of blood alcohol content (BAC), cases,first-time DUI, second DUIs, underage drunk driving, DUI in Kansas, felony DUIs, implied consent cases, field sobriety testing and DUI sentencing.

The legal team at The Law Offices of Charles R. Green understands the importance of high-quality legal representation. Additionally, Attorney Green understands the stress and frustration of a DUI arrest. That's why the firm offers potential clients in Olathe, Kansas the opportunity to receive a free case consultation. At the firm, a qualified DUI Lawyer will help you understand your legal circumstances, rights and options – just call the office today. You may also receive a free case evaluation by filling out an on line, no-obligation case form. The sooner you contact an Olathe DUI lawyer from The Law Offices of Charles R. Green, the faster a qualified legal representative can stand up and fight for your rights in court. Call today!

What Are My Rights in Olathe Municipal Court?

The Municipal Court of Olathe is the judicial branch of the City, handling all traffic, DUI, misdemeanor and city code violations. There is no right to a jury trial in Olathe. All trials are held in front of a Judge, and are governed by the Kansas Rules of Evidence and the Code of Municipal Courts. You have the right to inspect the complaint or citation against you before trial and to have it read to you, including the range of fines that may be imposed and the minimum and maximum amount of jail time that might be required. At trial you have the right to present evidence in your favor and to cross-examine the witnesses and evidence the City Prosecutor may present.

You have the right to consult with and hire a lawyer to represent you. If you cannot afford an attorney, the Court may appoint an attorney to represent you. Appeals from Olathe Municipal Court are made to Johnson County District Court in Olathe, Kansas.

Olathe Kansas Information

The City of Olathe is the county seat of Johnson County and the fifth most populous city in the state of Kansas. As of 2010, 125,872 people live in Olathe. Olathe is located on the northeastern side of Kansas, approximately 21 miles outside of Kansas City, Missouri. Olathe is the fourth largest city in the greater Kansas City area and shares its borders with Overland Park, Gardner, and Lenexa. In 2008, Olathe was listed among some of the fasted-growing cities in the United States.

In 2008, Money magazine labeled Olathe as the 11^th best U.S. city to live in. Olathe was founded by John T. Barton, who allegedly named the area "Olathe" after the Shawnee word for "beautiful." Although Olathe was not the first city established in Johnson County, it was one of the larges and quickly became the Johnson County seat. The city of Olathe was a notable stop on the historic Oregon Trail and the Santa Fe Trail. A large portion of the economy relied on business from travelers.

Olathe Municipal Court Resources

Resource Links:
Olathe Municipal Court:

https://www.olatheks.gov/government/municipal-court

Olathe Official Site

Map of Olathe

Olathe Municipal Court
1200 S. Harrison St.
Olathe, Ks., 66061

Phone: (913) 971-7564