TOPEKA —A federal judge last week found that a Kansas Highway Patrol practice known as the “Kansas Two-Step” violates motorists' constitutional protections against unreasonable searches and targets motorists traveling from states where marijuana is legal.
In a statement from the patrol on Wednesday, the agency said is reviewing the Court’s decision and respects the Judge’s conclusions and recommendations.
Moving forward, KHP will continue its endeavor to ensure that our enforcement operations respect constitutional rights and comply with the law as we carry out our missions of Service, Courtesy, and Protection.
The Kansas Highway Patrol understands that many within the public wish to express their concerns and complaints to the agency regarding the lawsuit and the ruling in the case. KHP would like to direct the public to the online complaint forum within our Professional Standards Unit. Click here to view and leave comments on the forum
“I remain committed to the Kansas Highway Patrol and the employees that are serving within the agency. The administration and all agency members will continue to be held to the highest levels of integrity and professionalism”, said Colonel Erik Smith, Superintendent of the Kansas Highway Patrol.