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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 2015
Page
4
A public poll at Lawrence Public Library canvasses opinions on court rushing. Nurse Sarah Muller supports a ban for safety and security of students athletes and crowds. Ray Riepen says rushing is a sign of enthusiasm and no one has been hurt. Bill Self’s imprimatur is noted.
Slater Raymond Alan Slater of Topeka is charged with attempting to elude officers driving while license suspended and reckless driving after leading Lawrence police on a high speed chase through the city. The pursuit reached 80 mph, injured two officers, and ended when the car stopped on Kasold Drive. Slater's bond was set at 5000 dollars with a Feb. 26 court date. potential penalties total two years in jail and 1500 dollars in fines if convicted.
The article notes that only Kobach and predecessor Chris Biggs have been attorneys. Skepticism about future powers arises if a non attorney wins the secretary of state's seat. Sen Jeff King suggests prosecutions could be handled by attorneys in the secretary of state's office and cites other agencies with prosecutorial powers despite not being led by lawyers. He adds Kansas law does not specifically require the attorney general be
Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach argues a 1996 federal law bars in-state tuition for undocumented immigrants unless all U.S. citizens receive it. Immigrant advocates, KU students, and Kansas Board of Regents oppose repeal. The education committee heard testimony on the bill with a vote expected later.
The Journal World notes it corrects significant errors brought to editors' attention in this space. Readers may call 785-832-7154 or email news ljworld com to report a potential error.
Anthony and Natasha Jones in Lawrence welcome a boy on Tuesday. Barrett and Wendi Kessler in Baldwin City welcome a boy. Jamie and Jay Riner in Lawrence welcome a girl on Tuesday. Kiara and Miguel Ayala in Lawrence listed among births.
Kansas Senate may consider a bill to remove state permit requirements for residents 21 and older to carry concealed weapons. The measure led by Senate Majority Leader Terry Bruce was approved by the Federal and State Affairs Committee and could be debated today or Thursday. | Note: Summary condensed to meet guidelines.
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