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 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 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 MoreYou’ve heard of the crimes of murder and manslaughter. Perhaps you know that they refer to criminal charges against someone for another person’s death, but you don’t understand the difference between them. Under Nebraska law, whether the accused will...
Read MoreAll states regulate the manufacture, control, and distribution of controlled dangerous substances (CDS). However, each state maintains its definition of what qualifies as a CDS. Understanding Nebraska’s drug possession with intent to sell charge is critical to developing a...
Read MoreUnder Nebraska law, it is illegal to operate or be in the “actual physical control” of a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The blood alcohol limit for a driver is .08%. A DUI charge...
Read MoreA domestic violence arrest raises numerous questions for both the person under arrest and the alleged victim. No question is inappropriate if you have domestic violence charges; however, you need to make sure that you ask the right person...
Read MoreIf you face a white-collar crime, a lot is at stake, including your freedom, livelihood, and reputation. Many white-collar crimes can be charged on the state or federal level, and understanding where yours lies can be confusing. If you...
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