KS DMV Cheat Sheet 2026

The 30 highest-yield KS DMV facts, distilled from real exam questions. Print it, save it as a PDF, or study it here — free, no sign-up.

1. At an intersection controlled by a flashing yellow light, what does it mean? → Slow down, yield to cross traffic, and proceed with caution
2. If a Kansas driver loses their license card, they may obtain a duplicate by: → Visiting a Kansas DMV office and paying a duplicate fee
3. You are approaching an uncontrolled intersection (no signs or signals) at the same time as another vehicle. What is the rule in Kansas? → The vehicle on the left yields to the vehicle on the right
4. In Kansas, a driver convicted of a second DUI within 10 years faces a mandatory license suspension of at least: → 1 year
5. What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for adult drivers (21+) in Kansas? → .08%
6. Under Kansas law, a driver whose license has been suspended must do what before driving again? → Pay a reinstatement fee and meet all requirements
7. What is the fee-related consequence for failing to renew a Kansas vehicle registration on time? → A late penalty fee
8. Under Kansas law, what is the 'compulsory insurance' requirement? → All motor vehicles operated on public roads must be covered by liability insurance
9. When backing a vehicle in Kansas, what is the safest practice? → Turn and look directly through the rear window while moving slowly
10. What happens to your driving privileges in Kansas if you are convicted of DUI in another state? → Kansas will suspend your Kansas driving privileges based on the out-of-state conviction
11. A Kansas REAL ID-compliant driver's license features which distinguishing mark? → A gold star in the upper right corner
12. If you are a new resident of Kansas and have a valid driver’s license from another state, what is typically required to obtain a Kansas driver’s license? → Only a vision test
13. What shape is a railroad crossing sign in Kansas? → Round
14. What does 'defensive driving' mean in the context of Kansas DMV guidelines? → Anticipating hazards and adjusting driving to prevent accidents
15. How long does a first DUI conviction stay on a driver's record in Kansas? → 10 years
16. In Kansas, when must you turn on your headlights? → From sunset to sunrise and when visibility is less than 1,000 feet
17. What is the minimum penalty for a first-time DUI offense in Kansas? → 72 hours in jail, a $1,000 fine, and mandatory alcohol education classes
18. In Kansas, how many motorcycles are allowed to ride side by side in a single lane? → Two motorcycles side by side
19. What must a Kansas driver present if stopped by law enforcement and asked to prove vehicle ownership? → The vehicle registration certificate
20. What type of alcohol education or treatment program is typically required after a Kansas DUI conviction? → Alcohol and drug safety action program (ADSAP)
21. When transferring the title of a vehicle in Kansas, what is a required step for the seller? → The seller must complete and sign the title transfer section on the current title.
22. In Kansas, what does a flashing yellow traffic light mean? → Proceed with caution
23. When selling a vehicle in Kansas, the seller must report the sale to the county treasurer within how many days? → 3 business days
24. In Kansas, a learner's permit holder must always be accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least: → 21 years old
25. Kansas allows online vehicle registration renewal for most passenger vehicles. Which of the following would PREVENT online renewal? → Outstanding property taxes owed in the county
26. Which Kansas form is used to apply for a vehicle title? → TR-312
27. What does comprehensive auto insurance cover in Kansas? → Non-collision damage such as theft, weather, fire, and vandalism
28. In Kansas, a sign showing a truck on a downhill slope warns of what? → A steep downgrade ahead
29. A Kansas 'Rebuilt' title is issued to a vehicle that was previously: → Titled as Salvage and then fully repaired and inspected
30. In Kansas, what happens to a vehicle's title when there is an outstanding lien on it? → The lienholder holds the title until the loan is paid