When a crime is committed law enforcement agencies typically begin an immediate investigation in the hope of identifying and arresting the perpetrator. In the vast majority of crimes a suspect is identified and arrested within a relatively short period...
Read MoreMost people have heard of the crime of “forgery”; however, people really understand how many different fact scenarios can lead to being charged with the offense of forgery. As is always the case, the best way to evaluate your...
Read MoreIf you were arrested and charged with a criminal offense in Nebraska you have the right to have your case tried before a judge or a jury. If you decide to take your case to trial the State of...
Read MoreAs an accused in the United States you have a number of rights and privileges granted to you by the U.S. Constitution and/or the Nebraska State Constitution. Among those rights is the right to a speedy trial. Most people...
Read MoreIf you have recently been charged with a criminal offense in the State of Nebraska for the first time you undoubtedly have a number of questions and concerns. Having never been through the criminal process before, one of your...
Read MoreThe elderly population in the United States is growing at an unprecedented rate. Experts estimate that by the year 2050 older Americans (age 65 and older) will outnumber their younger counterparts (age 21 and under) for the first time...
Read MoreUnless you have been through the criminal justice system before, you may be concerned and confused if you receive a misdemeanor summons in Nebraska. The worst thing you can do if you receive a summons is ignore it. What...
Read MoreIf you have been arrested and charged with a criminal offense in Nebraska you are likely concerned about the consequences of that arrest becoming a conviction. Along with the sentence handed down by a judge, a conviction can also...
Read MoreIf you have no previous experience with the police, being arrested, or even just questioned, for the first time can be a frightening and confusing experience. If you have committed a crime, even a relatively small one, the police...
Read MoreNot all that long ago, “shoplifting” or “petty theft” was not taken all that seriously by law enforcement, the courts, or even society. Today, however, the penalties for all types of theft, even shoplifting, have increased. Of equal importance,...
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