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

Is Delta 9 Legal in Nebraska?

Nebraska sits at a legal crossroads when it comes to THC. Unlike many states that have embraced cannabis reform, Nebraska maintains strict laws regarding marijuana and its derivatives. So, is Delta 9 legal in Nebraska? And if not, is...

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 4 minutes | Drug Crimes

Prescription Legend Drug Offenses: What You Need to Know

Imagine filling a prescription for a medication you need, only to later find yourself accused of possessing or distributing it illegally. Confusion sets in as you realize this seemingly routine act has thrust you into the criminal justice system....

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 4 minutes | Criminal Law

Legalization of Medical Marijuana in Nebraska

For years, Nebraskans have hoped for progress on medical marijuana. Now that the voters have spoken and legalization is on the horizon, you might be wondering how this could impact you or your loved ones who might benefit from...

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 4 minutes | Criminal Defense

Dogs at Airports: 5 Types of Screening Where Dogs Are Used

You’re waiting in line, passport in hand, when a handler and their alert dog approach. The dog pauses near your carry-on, its nose twitching. Your excitement turns to unease—what are they looking for? Is your bag safe? Are you...

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 5 minutes | Criminal Defense

Drug Sniffing Dogs: What Can They Smell?

Drug sniffing or narcotic detection dogs possess an extraordinary olfactory ability, allowing them to detect a wide range of substances. Law enforcement and security personnel use their keen sense of smell to find illegal drugs, prescription medications, explosives, and...

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

What Role Does an Informant Play in a Drug Crime Prosecution?

While it is true that no two drug crime prosecutions contain the same set of facts and circumstances, arrests involving the sale or distribution of a controlled substance often follow a predictable pattern.  That pattern involves an informant providing...

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

Beware of Police Ruse Checkpoints in Nebraska

For the average, law-abiding motorist, encountering a police checkpoint while traveling down the interstate is inconvenient, but not cause for alarm. A motorist with something to hide, however, running into a checkpoint is definitely problematic and may be cause...

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

Intent to Distribute Charge in Nebraska

In Nebraska, facing charges of intent to distribute drugs places you at the center of a serious legal battle. According to most recent Nebraska crime data, Drug Abuse Violations topped the list with 7,446 arrests, far surpassing other categories...

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By Petersen Criminal Law | Read Time: 6 minutes | Drug Crimes

Why a Drug Defense Attorney Is Crucial

Over the last several decades in the United States there has been a concerted effort among legislators and law enforcement agencies to stem the flow of drugs into the U.S. Of course, just like any other business, the drug...

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

Nebraska Drug Trafficking Laws & Penalties

Drug trafficking is a generic term used to refer to a state’s most serious drug offenses. Convictions for drug trafficking crimes often result in long prison sentences, large fines, and lengthy terms of supervised release once released from prison....

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