Kansas Attorney General

The race for Kansas Attorney General is one of the tightest in the state according to the most recent FactFinder 12 Scientific Survey. On Tuesday, Democratic incumbent Steve Six and his challenger Republican Derek Schmidt took part in a debate at the Wichita Airport Hilton. The debate was sponsored by the Kansas Association of Broadcasters. By the time opening statements were over, the climate for the debate was set. "I took over the Attorney General's Office and we have built a team that has built a record that is working for all of Kansas," said incumbent Steve Six. Sen. Derek Schmidt told the audience, "I'm one who thinks we ought to be involved in a legal challenge to the power grab that is the federal healthcare law and that sets an unprecedented extension of federal authority if that's allowed to stand.

Name: Steve Six Party: Democratic Current Office : Attorney General First Term:  appointed in 2008 to fill the remainder of Paul Morrison's term Education: BA, Carleton College, 1988 Law Degree, University of Kansas, 1993 Wife: Betsy Children: 4 Birthplace: n/a Hometown: n/a Religion: Christian (United Church of Christ) Political Experience: Kansas Attorney General, 2008-present Professional Experience: Douglas County District Judge, 2005-2008 Attorney Clerk for Judge Deanell Reece Tacha of the U.

A week before the start of Brett Seacat's murder trial, Kingman County is bracing for the unusually high expense of such a big case. Kingman County Commissioners said it's probably been at least 10 years since officials tried a case of this magnitude. District Judge Larry Solomon recently informed commissioners about the mounting costs of the case. Last month, the county spent $9,400 just for jury questionnaires for nearly 400 people. Commission Chairperson John Steffen said the total expense of the case is still unknown and it's a difficult thing for which to budget.

Reno County authorities have arrested a man accused of operating a fraudulent business. Tony Jeffery was booked into the Reno County jail on three counts of theft by deception. He was jailed on $3,000 bond. Investigators said he was contracted to finish various roofing and asphalt jobs that were never completed. Police said he targeted elderly victims. Jeffery gave estimates under the business name of Quality Construction. The Kansas Attorney General's office will be reviewing the case.

For the third consecutive month, a record number of Kansans applied for permits to carry concealed handguns, according to Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt. Schmidt said his office received 4,072 applications for concealed carry permits during March, which is a new single-month record. The previous record was set in February, when 3,573 permit applications were received. In the first quarter of 2013, 10,812 new concealed carry applications were submitted to the Kansas Attorney General's office.

A Salina man accused of rape will spend the rest of his life behind bars, according to the Kansas Attorney General.  Derek Schmidt said Gary Flores Perales, 53, was sentenced to life in prison for one count of rape without eligibility for parole for 25 years. Judge Jared B. Johnson also sentenced Perales to an additional 322 months in prison for another count of rape, three counts of aggravated indecent liberties, two counts of criminal sodomy and one count of aggravated incest.

Reno County authorities have arrested a man accused of operating a fraudulent business. Tony Jeffery was booked into the Reno County jail on three counts of theft by deception. He was jailed on $3,000 bond. Investigators said he was contracted to finish various roofing and asphalt jobs that were never completed. Police said he targeted elderly victims. Jeffery gave estimates under the business name of Quality Construction. The Kansas Attorney General's office will be reviewing the case.

A week before the start of Brett Seacat's murder trial, Kingman County is bracing for the unusually high expense of such a big case. Kingman County Commissioners said it's probably been at least 10 years since officials tried a case of this magnitude. District Judge Larry Solomon recently informed commissioners about the mounting costs of the case. Last month, the county spent $9,400 just for jury questionnaires for nearly 400 people. Commission Chairperson John Steffen said the total expense of the case is still unknown and it's a difficult thing for which to budget.

For the third consecutive month, a record number of Kansans applied for permits to carry concealed handguns, according to Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt. Schmidt said his office received 4,072 applications for concealed carry permits during March, which is a new single-month record. The previous record was set in February, when 3,573 permit applications were received. In the first quarter of 2013, 10,812 new concealed carry applications were submitted to the Kansas Attorney General's office.

A Salina man accused of rape will spend the rest of his life behind bars, according to the Kansas Attorney General.  Derek Schmidt said Gary Flores Perales, 53, was sentenced to life in prison for one count of rape without eligibility for parole for 25 years. Judge Jared B. Johnson also sentenced Perales to an additional 322 months in prison for another count of rape, three counts of aggravated indecent liberties, two counts of criminal sodomy and one count of aggravated incest.

The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld the heart of President Barack Obama's health care overhaul -- ruling in favor of the requirement that most Americans can be required to have health insurance, or else pay a penalty.    The decision means the historic overhaul will continue to take effect over the next several years, affecting the way countless Americans receive and pay for their personal medical care.    The court found problems with the law's expansion of Medicaid.

Sedgwick County will have a new district attorney in 2013. Two candidates vying for that position squared-off in their first candidate forum in South Wichita Thursday. Marc Bennett and Kevin O'Connor met voters and took questions at the event hosted by the Kansas Republican Assembly. Both have worked for current Sedgwick County District Attorney Nola Foulston. She announced in September she is not seeking re-election. Bennett is a Deputy District Attorney and has worked in the office 14 years.

Former Kansas Attorney General Steve Six has been nominated to the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit. The nomination was made by President Obama. "Steve Six has distinguished himself as a first-rate jurist with unflagging integrity and evenhandedness," President Obama said. "I am grateful for his service to the state of Kansas and look forward to adding his considerable wisdom and experience to the Tenth Circuit Court. " Six was appointed as Kansas Attorney General in 2008.

Just a week from Election Day, it's one of the closest state races. Tuesday, the candidates for Kansas Attorney General addressed challenges they say face the person who wins the seat. Once again, they'll be faced with budget cuts. The Department of Corrections has cut 25 million from its budget since 2008. Current AG Steve Six says it could be risking public safety. Six- a Democrat- is running against Republican State Senator Derek Schmidt. Six accuses Schmidt of approving cuts that he says is leading to an increasing prison population.

The race for Kansas Attorney General is one of the tightest in the state according to the most recent FactFinder 12 Scientific Survey. On Tuesday, Democratic incumbent Steve Six and his challenger Republican Derek Schmidt took part in a debate at the Wichita Airport Hilton. The debate was sponsored by the Kansas Association of Broadcasters. By the time opening statements were over, the climate for the debate was set. "I took over the Attorney General's Office and we have built a team that has built a record that is working for all of Kansas," said incumbent Steve Six. Sen. Derek Schmidt told the audience, "I'm one who thinks we ought to be involved in a legal challenge to the power grab that is the federal healthcare law and that sets an unprecedented extension of federal authority if that's allowed to stand.

How late is too late when it comes to the campaign calls to your home? An Eyewitness News viewer asks the question after she says a recent call interrupted bedtime for her young child.   In an email to FactFinder 12, Melissa wrote, "We received a survey call last night...at 8:55 pm. we have an elementary age child and he was already in bed. We are not fond of any calls past 8:30 pm, but especially something of this nature. " We asked the Kansas Secretary of State's office if there's a rule establishing a cut-off time for campaign calls.