What Happens to Your Driver’s License After a DUI Charge in Nebraska?

On behalf of Tom Petersen posted in DUI, DUI Defense on Saturday, February 4, 2023

Throughout the country, DUIs carry steep penalties. But some states treat drunk driving offenders harsher than others. Arguably, the Nebraska legislature is one of the toughest on DUI offenses. Among other penalties, drivers charged with DUI face immediate license suspension. In essence, you are guilty before proven innocent when it comes to the suspension of your license after such a charge. License suspension is a swift and harsh penalty that many argue is unfair. Whether you reside in Nebraska or are just passing through when you get arrested, you need to immediately retain an experienced DUI attorney. A Nebraska DUI

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How to Beat a DUI in Nebraska

On behalf of Tom Petersen posted in DUI Defense on Wednesday, December 21, 2022

The Nebraska Department of Transportation reported that the state had 5,425 DUI offenses in 2020, down from 6,426 DUI offenses in 2019. Despite the decrease, Nebraska still enforces its DUI laws and imposes penalties on those convicted of violating them. A DUI conviction can have severe negative consequences in many areas of your life. You may have made a mistake, but you don’t deserve to have your life ruined. If you want to know how to beat a DUI charge in Nebraska, an attorney at Petersen Criminal Defense Law can help. Tom Petersen will review the details of your case

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Certain Medical Conditions Can Skew a Drunk Driving Analysis

On behalf of Tom Petersen posted in DUI Defense on Thursday, August 25, 2022

Picking up a DUI charge does not mean you are a terrible person or are suddenly a criminal. It does, however, mean you must explore every possible line of defense to clear your name. That’s why it is wise to have a lawyer who can explore every avenue of defense for you—including examining medication effects on a drunk driving analysis. If you believe you had a false reading on your chemical test, you need a tough, aggressive, and zealous DUI defense lawyer to attack the prosecution’s case. DUI defense lawyer Tom Petersen is the one for you in Omaha and

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What Are SCRAM Systems and How Do They Work?

On behalf of Juris Digital posted in DUI Defense on Saturday, August 20, 2022

Courts and probation departments often rely on technology to track people who are on pretrial release or probation. GPS bracelets and electronic monitoring systems are nothing new. However, evolving technology now allows courts to monitor people’s sobriety remotely with a SCRAM bracelet device. If you struggle with an addiction to alcohol, a SCRAM device can help you maintain sobriety while you are on a pretrial release or probation. However, submitting to random alcohol testing limits your freedom, and failing a test could land you in jail. That’s why you need to talk with a dedicated Nebraska DUI lawyer about your

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What You Need to Know About Ignition Interlock Devices in Nebraska

On behalf of Tom Petersen posted in DUI, DUI Defense on Thursday, March 17, 2022

Automatic license suspensions for DUI in Nebraska cause a great deal of hardship. If you have been arrested for DUI in Nebraska and had your license administratively suspended, you probably know how difficult life is now that you can’t drive. However, you can apply for an ignition interlock in Nebraska so that you have a chance to return to your daily routine. The procedure for having an ignition interlock device installed in your vehicle is not easy to follow. Having an experienced DUI defense lawyer like Tom Petersen guide you step-by-step through the process can help you get back on

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How to Beat a Nebraska DUI Charge When You Are Underage

On behalf of Tom Petersen posted in DUI, DUI Defense on Monday, December 13, 2021

In 2018, the Nebraska Department of Transportation reported that 32.8% of Nebraska’s fatal crashes involved alcohol. Despite the legal drinking age of 21 in Nebraska, drivers between the ages of 15 and 20 make up 11.8% of alcohol-related crashes. In an attempt to lower this number, Nebraska imposes serious penalties for underage DUI. If you or a loved one are facing underage DUI charges in Nebraska, contact an experienced DUI attorney today. What Is Underage DUI in Nebraska? Underage DUI means exactly what it sounds like. It involves a driver under the age of 21 driving under the influence of

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What to Do When You Get a DUI in Nebraska

On behalf of Tom Petersen posted in Aggravated DUI, DUI, DUI Conviction, DUI Criminal Process, DUI Defense, DUI Penalties, Non-Aggravated DUI on Monday, January 27, 2020

Many people find it difficult to tell when they’ve had too many drinks to drive. If you drive under the influence in Nebraska, you could receive a DUI. If you’ve been pulled over and received a DUI in Nebraska, you may worry about the consequences. Maybe you’re thinking, “I got a DUI–now what?” Will it impact your ability to drive or find a job? These are valid concerns. To protect your future, you should call a criminal defense lawyer as soon as you get a DUI. If you’re ready to talk to an attorney, Petersen Criminal Defense Law offers experienced

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Top 3 DUI Defenses

On behalf of Tom Petersen posted in DUI Defense on Friday, April 5, 2019

Unlike many other criminal offenses, the crime of driving under the influence (DUI) is frequently perpetrated by an otherwise law-abiding citizen. Although we all know by now that drunk driving is both illegal and dangerous, it is easy to suffer a lapse in judgment (particularly after consuming a cocktail or two) and wind up arrested and charged with DUI. If you find yourself charged with DUI, you are probably worried about the outcome of your case and how it might impact your future. The good news is that a conviction is not a foregone conclusion. On the contrary, a Nebraska

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