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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 3 minutes | Criminal Defense

What Is Considered Bank Fraud?

“Bank fraud” is a broad term that refers to stealing from a financial institution by using deceptive or fraudulent means. This is a very serious crime. Frequently, people charged with defrauding a bank face federal charges. Even if the...

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 4 minutes | Drug Crimes

Prescription Legend Drug Offenses: What You Need to Know

Imagine filling a prescription for a medication you need, only to later find yourself accused of possessing or distributing it illegally. Confusion sets in as you realize this seemingly routine act has thrust you into the criminal justice system....

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 4 minutes | Criminal Law

Legalization of Medical Marijuana in Nebraska

For 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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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 4 minutes | Criminal Defense

Dogs at Airports: 5 Types of Screening Where Dogs Are Used

You’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...

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 3 minutes | Criminal Defense

What Is a Reasonable Expectation of Privacy in Nebraska?

You’re at home, scrolling through your phone or talking with a friend, and then, without warning, your personal space is invaded by law enforcement. Was that intrusion lawful? Did you have a reasonable expectation of privacy? When your privacy...

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 5 minutes | Criminal Defense

Drug Sniffing Dogs: What Can They Smell?

Drug 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...

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 3 minutes | Drug Crimes

What Role Does an Informant Play in a Drug Crime Prosecution?

While it is true that no two drug crime prosecutions contain the same set of facts and circumstances, arrests involving the sale or distribution of a controlled substance often follow a predictable pattern.  That pattern involves an informant providing...

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 3 minutes | Drug Crimes

Beware of Police Ruse Checkpoints in Nebraska

For the average, law-abiding motorist, encountering a police checkpoint while traveling down the interstate is inconvenient, but not cause for alarm. A motorist with something to hide, however, running into a checkpoint is definitely problematic and may be cause...

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 4 minutes | Criminal Defense

Nebraska Laws For Minor in Possession of Alcohol Charges

Getting charged with minor in possession in Nebraska is a serious criminal offense. It might not sound like a big deal at first, but there are serious consequences in Nebraska for a minor in possession (MIP) of alcohol. As...

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 3 minutes | Criminal Defense

What You Need to Know About Criminal Citations

As 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? Will it stay on my record? Could...

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