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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 3 minutes | Criminal Law

Do I Need a Criminal Lawyer If I’m Charged with a White Collar Crime?

Most people know that if they have been charged with a violent crime, a drug crime, or what they consider to be a serious felony offense, hiring a criminal defense attorney is imperative. What if you have been charged...

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 3 minutes | Criminal Law

Omaha Drug Crime Attorney Explains Penalties for Possession of a Controlled Substance

Is Possession of a Controlled Substance a Felony, or Misdemeanor? Since the “War on Drugs” began in the United State back in the 1970s, both the federal government and most states governments have steadily worked to strengthen the laws...

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 3 minutes | Criminal Law

Can a Defense Attorney Explain a “No Contact” Order?

Protective orders, restraining orders, and no contact orders are some of the most confusing, and potentially problematic orders a judge can issue – particularly if you are the Respondent. People frequently make the mistake of not taking these orders...

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 3 minutes | Criminal Law

Can a Criminal Defense Attorney Get Evidence Thrown Out?

If you are currently facing criminal charges you are undoubtedly experiencing a range of emotions, including worry and confusion. Unless you have been through a criminal prosecution before, you may not know exactly what to expect. You probably have...

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 3 minutes | Criminal Law

5 Things You Need to Tell Your Criminal Lawyer

If you are currently facing criminal charges in the State of Nebraska the best thing you can do for yourself, your family, and your future is to retain the services of an experience criminal lawyer to represent you throughout...

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 3 minutes | Criminal Law

Can a Felony Attorney Get My Record Expunged?

In today’s electronic age it seems as though just about anyone can find out just about anything about you with the click of a few computer keys. Your criminal history record is certainly available to anyone who has a...

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 3 minutes | Criminal Law

How Can I Help My Criminal Lawyer?

If you have been arrested and charged with a criminal offense in the State of Nebraska, the best thing you can do for yourself is to retain the services of an experienced criminal lawyer right away so you can...

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 3 minutes | Criminal Law

10 Questions for Your Criminal Lawyer

For most people, being arrested for the first time is a frightening experience. If you have recently been charged with a crime, you are likely feeling a wide range of emotions. Along with worrying about the ultimate outcome of...

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 3 minutes | Criminal Law

When Do Lawyers Use Self-Defense as a Defense in Assault Cases?

Have you been charged with assault in the State of Nebraska? If so, do you believe your conduct was necessary to protect yourself from harm? If so, you may be able to claim “self-defense” as your defense. Unfortunately, this is not as...

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 3 minutes | Criminal Law

Do Criminal Defense Lawyers Push You to Go to Trial?

If 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...

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