The Kerns Law Office is located near downtown Lawrence, Kansas, home of the University of Kansas. University of Kansas students from all over the nation, including Chicago, New York, and Los Angeles, often retain John Kerns when experiencing legal difficulties. Student life at a large university is both exciting and daunting. Students are involved in criminal matters just like non-student citizens. Students are often accused of violating city offenses and state crimes just like the rest of the population and deserve effective representation.
As a graduate of the University of Kansas, John W. Kerns has observed first hand the varying levels of maturity and alcohol consumption than can exist on or near a school setting. A lapse or lack of good judgment can place students in tough legal dilemas. In Lawrence we represent students charged with:
- Driving while intoxicated ( DUI / OUI )
- Driving while suspended ( DWS )
- Other traffic offenses
- Minor in possession ( MIP )
- Possession of marijuana
- Possession of paraphernalia
When in legal trouble the University of Kansas Student Legal Services is often an excellent starting point for students. Legal services offer advice and consultation for general legal matters and advise you of your rights, possible penalties, and options. When you need representation in traffic, DUI, or criminal matters the Kerns Law Office is ready and willing to help. At the Kerns Law Office, John W. Kerns takes pride in representing KU students who are accused of all infractions, misdemeanors, or felony matters.
Administrative hearings
Occasionally, legal trouble can affect your eligibility as a student or your ability to reside on campus. The University of Kansas Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities allows the University to institute its own proceedings against an individuals who have been subject to criminal prosecution only if the University interest involved is clearly distinct from the community outside of the University. When the University of Kansas Office of Student Success deems that there is a distinct University interest, the next step will be a University Administrative Hearing. You will be notified by letter of this hearing. These hearing administrators request that you be present along with parents and/or a representative. In a climate where schools are on high alert for unusual behavior, campus safety is a particularly sensitive topic with University administration.
Students facing these hearings often choose to retain John W. Kerns for advice and counsel in conjunction with any criminal matter. Contact the Law Offices of John W. Kerns at (785) 371-4159 for experience legal representation.
For a free initial consultation with the Kerns Law Office, call (785) 371-4159 or send us an e-mail.
