Unlawful intrusion is a criminal charge that arises when one party is accused of violating the privacy rights of another. An unlawful intrusion charge can cover a variety of different behaviors, from window peeping to installing hidden cameras in...
Read MoreBeing accused and charged with a criminal offense is a frightening experience for anyone, and is made even more so it is your first time. Along with your (understandable) concern for the outcome of your case, you also have...
Read MoreIf you’ve been arrested and held in custody for a Nebraska crime, you must typically appear for an initial hearing in county court. At this court hearing, a judge makes specific key findings about whether and under what circumstances...
Read MoreIn a criminal prosecution, the State has the burden of proving the defendant’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. To do that, the State typically gathers evidence that it then intends to admit at trial to prove the defendant’s guilt....
Read MoreThere are nearly 2 million people currently incarcerated and approximately 3.7 million people on probation in the United States. The stigma of a criminal record is one of the most critical and well-documented barriers to successful reintegration into the...
Read MoreThe Nebraska Constitution creates a Board of Pardons that has the power to grant respites, reprieves, pardons, commutations, warrants of discharge, and to remit fines and forfeitures. A pardon is defined as formal forgiveness granted by the Board of...
Read MoreEven though marijuana is legal across the state of Colorado, it is still considered an illegal substance in the state of Nebraska. Because marijuana is illegal in Nebraska, it’s best to leave your edibles in Colorado if you are...
Read MoreIn Nebraska, a person under 21 cannot legally possess alcohol. Getting caught as a minor in possession of alcohol can cause serious legal problems with long-lasting detrimental effects. Given what is at stake, you might wonder, How long does...
Read MoreA theft by deception charge falls under the broader category of theft crimes in the Nebraska statutes. In short, theft by deception means taking the property of another by using false words or actions. The offense has other aspects...
Read MoreWhether you have a gun for personal safety or sport, you should know Nebraska’s laws on legally owning a firearm. Nebraska is an open-carry and concealed-carry state. This means gun owners may openly carry their firearms in certain places...
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