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Thomas M. Petersen was selected as one of the top 50 DUI Lawyers in Nebraska for the 3rd year in a row by the National Advocacy for DUI Defense.
Tom Peterson was selected as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by The National Trial Lawyers. Top 100 is an invitation-only organization composed of the premier trial lawyers from each state or region who meet stringent qualifications as civil plaintiff and/or criminal defense trial lawyers.
Tom Petersen is a participating member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. The NACDL is the foremost legal fraternity on criminal defense.
Federal Crimes
Federal charges can be the most intensive and invasive investigations one may experience but you are in the right place. Petersen Criminal Defense has handled thousands of criminal cases and is experienced in all aspects of federal court practice. We can help...
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Controlled substance laws have increased and changed to accommodate
a growing number of offenses prohibiting the possession, manufacture,
and delivery of controlled substances. These substances range from
illegal drugs such as marijuana, heroin, and cocaine, to prescription-only
substances such as opana and oxycodone...
Sex Crimes
Sexual assault is a serious and life changing accusation. If you are
accused of sexual assault, then you need an experienced lawyer to
defend you from a Nebraska sexual assault charge and guide you
through the criminal process...
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motor vehicle theft, embezzlement, burglary and more. Call now for
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defending individuals accused of DUI offenses. You need someone
by your side that knows the system, understands the law, and is dedicated to
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Experienced Omaha Criminal Defense Attorney
Facing criminal charges? Then your individual liberty is at stake. For that reason, Petersen Criminal Law commits itself to what matters and nothing else. We don't judge you. We don't lecture you.
We defend you.
Criminal defense attorney Tom Petersen knows how to fight on your behalf because he has spent more than 15 years doing so for clients throughout the Omaha, Nebraska, metro. In this time, he has represented clients in more than 6,000 cases, frequently at trial.
Don't let a Nebraska criminal case ruin your life. Your decision today affects your future. Turn to the experienced legal advice of attorney Tom Petersen.
Seasoned Legal Judgment In Criminal Defense Matters: Omaha Attorney
Attorney Petersen's significant experience enables our firm to deliver the kind of legal representation clients want when they need protection against criminal charges. While aggressively protecting our clients' interests in and out of court, we provide our clients with accessibility to our firm.
This transparency allows clients to understand their cases, the charges and penalties they face, and the legal options available to them. We actively seek sentencing alternatives and diversion, including pre-charge dispositions, as well as post-conviction alternatives such as Drug Court or nonprison sentencing alternatives. We are passionate about finding diversion and nonprison alternatives for our clients.
Access to our firm includes our 24-hour phone availability, enabling our clients to provide us with more information or just ask a question. We maintain this level of communication with our clients in every kind of criminal defense matter we accept, including:
Do not make the mistake of thinking law enforcement will help you if you just tell your side of the story. These police interviews and the resulting admissions often become the prosecution's strongest evidence. We have avoided criminal charges for our clients in hundreds of cases by helping during the early stages of a case, and we stand with you every step of the way.
Experience Counts: Felonies, Misdemeanors And Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer Serving Omaha And Surrounding Areas
During your free initial, no-obligation consultation, we will take a detailed account of your case facts. We will explain all of the charges, penalties, defenses and possible outcomes that apply to your criminal case. You can call us at 402-509-8070 or contact us online. All consultations remain confidential.
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Answers to 5 Common Criminal Law Questions
By Tom Petersen
If you were recently arrested and charged with a criminal offense, and this is your first exposure to the criminal justice system, you are probably … Read More
Can I Still Drive after Being Arrested for DUI in Nebraska?
By Tom Petersen
Under the best of circumstances, getting pulled over by a law enforcement officer is a giant headache that can ruin a perfectly good day. If you … Read More
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Although arrests for driving under the influence (DUI) have decreased significantly in the past couple of decades, they still occur on a regular basis … Read More
5 Reasons You Should Never Be Your Own Defense Lawyer
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Were you recently arrested and charged with committing a criminal offense? If so, and you are contemplating acting as your own lawyer, you are … Read More
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If you find yourself under arrest for driving under the influence (DUI), you will be transported to the jail or police station where you will be asked … Read More
What Is Restitution?
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Most people worry about the possibility of being sentenced to a term of imprisonment when they are facing criminal charges – and with good reason. The … Read More
Understanding the Warrant Requirement
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In the United States, the 4th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects against unreasonable searches and seizures by requiring a law enforcement … Read More
Will Nebraska Extradite Me?
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Interstate 80, which runs from east to west across the United States, has long been a well-traveled route for illegal drugs making their way up from … Read More
How Can the State Prove I Was Dealing?
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If you find yourself to be the defendant in a prosecution for dealing a controlled substance, you are likely more than a little concerned about the … Read More
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