In recent years, there has been a well-organized effort across the United States to re-legalize marijuana, either for medicinal use and/or recreational use. Not only has the campaign been well organized, it has also been amazingly successful. As of 2016, almost...
Read MoreIf you have been charged with a criminal offense in the State of Nebraska one of the first things you need to determine is the level of the offense so that you can determine what potential penalties you face....
Read MoreIf you have recently been accused of a crime for the first time you are likely going through a highly emotional and stressful experience. Along with worrying about the fact that you have been accused of committing a crime...
Read MoreNot everyone who is convicted of a criminal offense deserves to be incarcerated as a result of that conviction. With this in mind, the criminal justice system in the United States relies heavily on alternatives to incarceration. Probation is,...
Read MoreIf you were recently arrested and charged with a criminal offense for the first time, you are undoubtedly feeling worried and likely confused. The criminal justice system can be difficult to navigate, even for those who are familiar with...
Read MoreWhite-collar Crimes in Nebraska from Tom Petersen White-collar crimes are non-violent crimes that are typically perpetuated by educated, professional individuals for financial gain. White-collar crime can be investigated by the state or federal government.
Read MoreUnless you have a lengthy criminal history, you likely know very little about what really happens during a criminal investigation and even less about what happens after an arrest is made. In fact, your knowledge is probably limited to...
Read MoreFor the average person, being arrested and charged with a drug related criminal offense is a frightening and confusing experience. Suddenly being stripped of your freedom, thrown in jail, and threatened with a conviction for an offense involving drugs...
Read MoreLike most other states, Nebraska has steadily strengthened its laws involving controlled substances, as well as the penalties for breaking those laws, over the last several decades. As the offense gets more serious, the ease with which an arrestee gets released...
Read MoreNot everyone who is arrested and charged with a criminal offense professes their innocence. In fact, a significant percentage of defendants willingly admit their guilt and simply want to get the entire process over with as quickly as possible....
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