If you face tampering with evidence charge, do not take it lightly. It is important that you understand how our judicial system defines this charge, what level of offense it is, and why you should immediately seek legal counsel....
Read MoreNebraska law provides strict guidelines regarding when and how a search warrant can come into play. So what can make a search warrant invalid? When the government should not have issued a warrant or issued one incorrectly, search warrant...
Read MoreIf you’ve received a reckless driving charge in Nebraska, you may be wondering what to do next. While it may seem like you have no options, an attorney can help defend your rights. At Petersen Criminal Defense Law, we...
Read MoreUnderstanding Elder Abuse in Nebraska As the population of older adults continues to increase throughout the United States, the issues that matter to them are beginning to take center stage as well. Sadly, one of those issues is elder...
Read MoreCar crashes are terrifying events. An individual’s fight-or-flight mechanism could cause them to become afraid and panic, even if they did not cause the collision. Panicking immediately after a crash often causes a person to flee, even if they...
Read MoreThe United States Constitution affords you numerous rights, including the Fourth Amendment right to be free from unreasonable search and seizures by law enforcement. This right extends to your person, house, and belongings, including your cell phone. Understandably, people...
Read MoreConflicts between citizens and police may lead to resisting arrest charges. Resisting arrest charges can range from failing to cooperate with a police officer to actively fighting with the police to stop an arrest. Omaha resisting arrest defense attorney...
Read MoreThe Constitution demands that a criminal defense lawyer zealously represent a person accused of a crime. They must do what is necessary to defend the accused’s rights. A criminal defense lawyer who prioritizes justice will explore every available legal...
Read MoreNearly everyone has a cell phone these days, including children. Sending texts and sharing photos are commonplace, whether you are 17 or 37 years old. In most situations, sending photos to friends is no big deal, but what happens...
Read MoreSignificant controversy has swirled recently around the setting of bail. A growing number of advocates have argued that bail results in the incarceration of individuals presumed to be innocent based on the false premise that the person presents a...
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