Courts and probation departments often rely on technology to track people who are on pretrial release or probation. GPS bracelets and electronic monitoring systems are nothing new. However, evolving technology now allows courts to monitor people’s sobriety remotely with...
Read MoreCan a 16-year-old legally consent in Nebraska? What does it mean to be under the age of consent? The age of consent in Nebraska is 16 years old. This applies equally to both heterosexual and homosexual conduct under state...
Read MoreAs you’re going about your day, a law enforcement officer hands you a piece of paper—a criminal citation. Instantly, questions fill your mind. What is a criminal citation? What does this mean? Does a citation go on your record?...
Read MoreThere are many reasons for deciding to move to another city or state. Perhaps you’ve been hired for a new job. Maybe your partner or spouse has received a promotion but must relocate to accept. You may also have...
Read MoreDrug sniffing or narcotic detection dogs possess an extraordinary olfactory ability, allowing them to detect a wide range of substances. Law enforcement and security personnel use their keen sense of smell to find illegal drugs, prescription medications, explosives, and...
Read MoreYou’re waiting in line, passport in hand, when a handler and their alert dog approach. The dog pauses near your carry-on, its nose twitching. Your excitement turns to unease—what are they looking for? Is your bag safe? Are you...
Read MoreYour heart sinks as an officer searches your car or your home. It’s a profound violation of your privacy, made worse when they pull out a small bag or container that you have never seen before. Suddenly, your world...
Read MoreThere you are, standing in court or holding a citation, hearing words that feel interchangeable but carry very different weight. You Google, “difference between felony and misdemeanor,” hoping the answer will make things clearer. But the more you read,...
Read MoreLaw enforcement pulls you over. The officer says they smell something. They search your vehicle, find a small stash, and suddenly the situation escalates. You’re no longer facing a basic drug possession charge. Instead, you hear words like “possession...
Read MoreFor years, Nebraskans have hoped for progress on medical marijuana. Now that the voters have spoken and legalization is on the horizon, you might be wondering how this could impact you or your loved ones who might benefit from...
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