Contrary to what many people believe, not everyone who commits a criminal offense is a criminal. Some are average people who had a momentary lapse in judgment, some are people who suffer from mental illness, and still others are struggling with addiction.  If you are facing criminal charges that stem from an underlying drug addiction, you may be wondering if completing a rehabilitation program will help your case. A Nebraska drug defense lawyer discusses the impact rehab may have on your case, and your life. Drug Addiction and Crime No one involved in the criminal justice system, nor in the

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For residents of Nebraska, drug busts along the state’s Interstate 80 may seem like a daily occurrence. Although that might be an exaggeration, the truth is that I-80 is a well-known route for drugs coming up from Central and South America that are on route to the east and west coasts of the United States. If you were recently stopped along I-80, or anywhere in the State of Nebraska, and charged with a drug-related offense, the most important thing you can do to protect your rights is to consult with an experienced I-80 drug stop lawyer right away. The following

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If the State of Nebraska has filed charges against you for possession of a controlled substance, it is in your best interest to consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible to ensure that your rights are protected and to discuss possible defense strategies. In the last several decades, it has become increasingly problematic to have a criminal conviction on your record, particularly a drug-related conviction. Although every criminal prosecution is unique, a Nebraska drug defense attorney discusses some common defenses for possession charges that might be used to help you avoid a conviction in your case.

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Although there are certainly people who intentionally break the law, and even some who qualify as “career criminals,”  a significant percentage of defendants are decent people who had a momentary lapse in judgment or who felt compelled by circumstances to commit the crime for which they are charged. In other words, not everyone who commits a crime deserves to suffer a lifetime of consequences as a result.  Most people would agree, for example, that someone who has been arrested and charged with possession of a small amount of marijuana is not a hardened criminal who deserves to spend time in

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Anyone who spends any significant amount of time driving on Interstate 80 through Nebraska can’t help but notice the police presence along the roadway. If you live or work in Nebraska you probably already know why I-80 is so heavily patrolled. For those who are not already aware, it relates to the drug trafficking corridor that runs along Interstate 80. Regardless of why so many law enforcement officers are patrolling the interstate, if one of them pulls you over and eventually conducts a K-9 search, is that legal? An Omaha I-80 drug stop attorney discusses the use and legality of

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Unless you live in Nebraska, you might find it hard to believe that the state is a hotbed of drug trafficking. The reality, however, is that a significant amount of illegal drugs do flow through the State of Nebraska as a result of the state’s location and the fact that Interstate 80 runs through the entire state. A conviction for any drug-related offense can result in serious, life-altering penalties; however, the penalties for trafficking drugs are by far the most serious. An Omaha drug crime attorney explains the potential punishment and penalties for a trafficking conviction. State vs. Federal Crimes

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For the better half of the 20th century, marijuana was officially considered a dangerous controlled substance in the United States. Both the federal government and the State of Nebraska have long classified marijuana as a Schedule I controlled substance. Despite a powerful, and largely effective, legalization movement across the nation, the possession, cultivation, and sale of marijuana remains illegal in Nebraska. If you were caught in possession of a quantity of marijuana, you may be concerned that you will be charged with dealing instead of just possession. A marijuana defense attorney discusses the difference between possession and more serious charges,

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If you have been arrested and charged with dealing drugs in the State of Nebraska, you are undoubtedly worried about the outcome of your case. You also probably have a number of questions rolling around in your head. What defense do you have, if any? How much time are you facing if convicted? How can the prosecuting attorney prove that you were dealing drugs? Although every case involves a unique set of facts and circumstances, an Omaha drug felony attorney offers some insight. Nebraska’s Controlled Substance Laws First, it helps to be clear on what the law prohibits. Nebraska Revised

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Since the “War on Drugs” began several decades ago, it has become increasingly detrimental to an individual’s future to be convicted of a drug-related criminal offense. Once upon a time, the focus of most law enforcement agencies and judicial systems was on the more serious offenses of manufacturing, selling, and trafficking drugs. Today, however, even an arrest for possession of a relatively small quantity of drugs can have dire consequences for your future, making it even more important that you launch an aggressive defense when possible. If your case involves a claim of constructive possession on the part of the

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If you are currently facing charges for a drug-related criminal offense, you are likely concerned about the outcome of your case. If this is the first time you have been involved in the criminal justice system, you are likely feeling additional stress from trying to navigate the legal system with which you are unfamiliar. Of course, the best possible outcome for any defendant in a criminal prosecution is to have the charges dismissed outright. Barring that, securing a not guilty verdict at trial will accomplish effectively the same thing, preventing a conviction on your criminal record. At some point, however,

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