OVERLAND PARK,KANSAS CRIMINAL PENALTIES & DEFENSE
JOHNSON COUNTY KANSAS CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY
If you are facing, or under investigation for, Johnson County, Kansas criminal charges, your potential consequences reach far beyond the charge itself. Consider that you may:
If you are facing, or under investigation for, Johnson County, Kansas criminal charges, your potential consequences reach far beyond the charge itself. Consider that you may:
- Be taken into custody and serve time in prison or jail;
- Suffer loss of employment and future employment;
- The public will have access to the details of your crimes;
- Be ordered to pay significant fees and fines;
- Suffer loss of parental rights;
- Be placed on court ordered supervision;
- Be denied financial aid and school admission;
- Face charges of violating Diversion, plea agreements and/or supervision; and more.
UNDERSTANDING THE KANSAS SENTENCING/PENALTY GRID
The sentencing grid below divides crimes by severity level (the vertical axis of the grid, numeric levels), and
categorizes you by your prior criminal records (the horizontal axis, levels A-I).
Kansas sex offenses (i.e. non-drug crimes) are divided into severity levels 1-10.
Your criminal history designations, level A is the most serious, if you have three or more convictions for “person” felonies (crimes committed against people). Level I is the least serious designation, if you have no criminal record or only one misdemeanor conviction.
KANSAS OFF-GRID FELONIES PENALTIES
Some crimes in Kansas are called "off-grid felonies". Most off-grid felonies are very serious crimes, punishable by the death penalty or life imprisonment. For example, if you are charged with rape of a child that is an off-grid felony, it is punishable by life in prison.
KANSAS DUI PENALTIES
Kansas has misdemeanor and felony penalties for DUI charges. Click HERE for more information and the sentencing grid. Remember that your driving privileges will be addressed separately from your criminal charges. You likely shouldn't handle either alone.
If you need help understanding your potential penalties call Attorney T. Morton NOW 913-602-7288.
The sentencing grid below divides crimes by severity level (the vertical axis of the grid, numeric levels), and
categorizes you by your prior criminal records (the horizontal axis, levels A-I).
Kansas sex offenses (i.e. non-drug crimes) are divided into severity levels 1-10.
Your criminal history designations, level A is the most serious, if you have three or more convictions for “person” felonies (crimes committed against people). Level I is the least serious designation, if you have no criminal record or only one misdemeanor conviction.
KANSAS OFF-GRID FELONIES PENALTIES
Some crimes in Kansas are called "off-grid felonies". Most off-grid felonies are very serious crimes, punishable by the death penalty or life imprisonment. For example, if you are charged with rape of a child that is an off-grid felony, it is punishable by life in prison.
KANSAS DUI PENALTIES
Kansas has misdemeanor and felony penalties for DUI charges. Click HERE for more information and the sentencing grid. Remember that your driving privileges will be addressed separately from your criminal charges. You likely shouldn't handle either alone.
If you need help understanding your potential penalties call Attorney T. Morton NOW 913-602-7288.
KANSAS CRIMINAL DEFENSES
Defense to Kansas Criminal Charges -Felony and Misdemeanor
Depending on your exact charges you may have any one of the following defenses available:
Depending on your exact charges you may have any one of the following defenses available:
- Lack of culpable mental state (ex. intent)
- Consent
- Mistaken identity
- Alibi
- Lack of evidence
- Improper witness interview
- Violation of your constitutional rights (ex. no Miranda warning)
- Improper stop, search or seizure
- Entrapment
- False allegations
- Retaliation, and more.
KANSAS CRIMINAL CHARGES START TO FINISH
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YOU NEED AN ATTORNEY
You need to know what to do next to get the best possible outcome in your case. The quicker you get ahead of your case the better outcome you can expect. Call now to schedule a consultation 913.602.7288.
You need to know what to do next to get the best possible outcome in your case. The quicker you get ahead of your case the better outcome you can expect. Call now to schedule a consultation 913.602.7288.
GET THE HELP YOU NEED
Depending on your charges you can be facing anywhere from several months to several years in the custody. Without the help of Kansas City, Kansas attorney, it is likely that your case will not go in your favor. Attorney T. Morton can determine if you are being treated fairly and tell you your options. Call now 913.602.7288
WHY HIRE THIS ATTORNEY
- PRICE - Fair and reasonable.
- QUALITY - Expect diligence in handling and resolving of your case, and communication.
- DELIVERY - You deserve ongoing interaction and involvement in your case. Attorney T. Morton will make sure to provide you with legal services you are satisfied with.
- RELIABILITY - You will have a clear idea what to expect. Attorney T. Morton will earn your trust through accurate, clear, honest and caring handling of your case.
- EFFICIENCY - The timely resolution of your case is important to you and this office.
This is a Kansas City, Kansas law office and you are number one. You are experiencing a difficult time. You need answers to your questions. Attorney T. Morton will handle your case with care and attention. Take action and call now for your consultation 913.602.7288.
Serving Overland Park, Kansas City, Johnson County, Douglas County, Leavenworth County, Wyandotte County and all of Kansas.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WILL YOU GO TO JAIL OR TRIAL? It is possible to serve jail and prison time, even when this is your first charge. Attorney T. Morton will prepare for trial but intends to help you resolve (dismissal, plea agreement, Diversion, etc.) your case without it. You will be part of all conversations surrounding potential outcomes.
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CAN YOU MEET OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICE? Absolutely! Typically consultation and the initial stages of your case are handled over the phone/video conference. CALL NOW 913.602.7288.
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WHEN SHOULD YOU GET AN ATTORNEY? Today! You are going into battle and you shouldn't do it alone or unarmed. There are critical deadlines, conversations, etc. that could make or break your case. Before you decide to accept any offers, or give statements, call for a consultation. Attorney T. Morton can help guide you. Call today @ 913.602.7288.
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Contact7500 College Blvd., Suite 500 (by appointment only)
Overland Park, KS 66210 Phone: 913.602.7288 Fax: 913.624.3311 Google Map Link |
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Serving Johnson County District Court in Kansas City, Kansas.
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