HB2747: Specifying that courts shall consider certain factors in determining whether a prior violation of law is comparable to any act described in certain driving under the influence crimes when calculating a person's criminal history score under the Kansas sentencing guidelines act.

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Plain-Language Summary

This bill tells courts what factors to consider when calculating a person's criminal history score for DUI crimes. It aims to make the scoring system fairer.

Who This Affects

Kansans who have been convicted of DUI crimes or are at risk of being convicted will be affected by this bill. The change could lead to more accurate assessments of their criminal history.

Key Provisions

• Courts must consider specific factors when determining if a prior violation is comparable to a DUI crime • The scoring system is used under the Kansas Sentencing Guidelines Act • This change aims to make the system fairer for those with prior DUI convictions

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Introduced

Thursday, February 5, 2026

Last Action

House Approved by Governor on Monday, April 6, 2026

Apr 8, 2026

HB2747: Specifying that courts shall consider certain factors in determining whether a prior violation of law is comparable to any act described in certain driving under the influence crimes when calculating a person's criminal history score under the Kansas sentencing guidelines act.

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