Police questioning can be frightening, especially if they suspect you committed a crime. As a result, you might feel the need to comply with their request to talk. You might even feel compelled to tell your side of the...
Read MoreColorado legalized marijuana in 2013 by constitutional amendment. Colorado regulates activities within the state, such as manufacturing marijuana products, distributor licensing, and transportation regulations. What happens when you leave Colorado with marijuana? Is the marijuana you legally obtained in...
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 Nebraska, allegations of child solicitation are serious. If someone accuses you of child solicitation or enticement, you can face charges under federal and state law. Omaha Attorney Tom Petersen is an experienced Nebraska lawyer who practices in federal,...
Read MoreCivil protection orders and restraining orders seek to accomplish the same goal: preventing irreparable harm. Although you might think the terms are synonymous, they are not. That’s why it is important to understand what each order does and when...
Read MoreHuman trafficking in Nebraska is a distressing and pervasive crime that transcends international borders and reaches the heart of many areas in the nation, including Nebraska. This Midwestern state, known for its open landscapes and friendly atmosphere, is not...
Read MoreUnlawful 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 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...
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