Kansas State Sign Regulations

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Our Kansas State-Specific Signs Compliance – Resource Bulletin will help you understand a variety of signage rules, regulations and requirements enacted in the state. Topics include:

  • No smoking signs
  • Concealed weapon signs
  • Cell phone signs
  • Baby surrender signs

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Bulletin Overview

No Smoking Signs

The State of Kansas prohibits smoking in public places and places of employment including bars, restaurants, and public vehicles. The ban is also applicable within ten feet of these facilities. Exemptions to the statewide ban are granted to designated hotel/motel rooms, retail tobacco shops, designated areas in nursing homes, and private clubs. The Kansas Indoor Air Act (KIAA) became law on 7/1/2010 and is administered by the Department of Public Health. (Kansas House Bill 2221)

Concealed Weapon Signs

The Kansas Personal and Family Protection Act (KPPPA) allows residents of the state to carry a concealed firearm (CCW) provided they have been issued a permit granted by the local city or county in which they reside. Among the requirements for issuing a permit are; an applicant must be at least 21 years old, has not been convicted of a felony, does not have a documented mental illness or addiction to a controlled substance, and has completed a firearm training program. There are certain places such as law enforcement facilities, courthouses, schools, casinos, universities, etc. where CCW is forbidden even with a permit. (16-11-5) (75-7c10)

Cell Phone Signs

The State of Kansas bans the use of hand-held cell phones for texting communications by all drivers of motorized vehicles. Novice drivers with learner’s permits are also banned from using hand-held cell phones for voice communication. The laws, HB2143 & HB300, became effective on 1/1/2010 & 1/1/2011 respectively.

Baby Surrender Signs

Since the first baby surrender (safe-haven) law was enacted in Texas in 1999, all U.S. states, as well as the District of Columbia, have passed safe-haven legislation. The laws allow an unharmed infant to be relinquished to the proper authorities.