In addition to any criminal charges for DUI/DWI, a state may assess civil (non-criminal) penalties against a person convicted of DUI/DWI. Civil penalties may include (1) thousands of dollars of fines; (2) suspension of the driver’s license; (3) requirements for additional insurance; (4) completion of alcohol rehabilitation/treatment and DUI/DWI intervention courses; and (5) installation of an ignition interlock device (IID) on the driver’s motor vehicle.

The laws regarding civil penalties for DUI/DWI convictions are generally located in a state’s statutes—often in the penal code or criminal code.

In Kansas, civil penalties for DUI (Driving Under the Influence) are indeed separate from criminal charges and can be quite severe. Upon a DUI conviction, the state can impose substantial fines that may reach into the thousands of dollars. Additionally, the convicted individual's driver's license can be suspended for a period that varies depending on the number of prior offenses. Kansas law also requires those convicted of DUI to obtain additional insurance, typically in the form of an SR-22, which is a vehicle liability insurance document required by most state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) offices for 'high-risk' insurance policies. Furthermore, completion of an alcohol education program or treatment is often mandated. Finally, the installation of an ignition interlock device (IID) on all vehicles operated by the offender is a common requirement, especially for repeat offenders or those with high blood alcohol content (BAC) levels at the time of arrest. These civil penalties are designed to deter DUI offenses and to promote public safety on the roads. The specific regulations and requirements for these penalties are detailed in Kansas Statutes, particularly within the provisions related to motor vehicles and traffic regulations.