For the average person, being arrested and accused of a criminal offense is a traumatic and frightening experience. This is particularly so if it the first time you have been arrested. If you find yourself in this position, there...
Read MoreIf you are currently facing criminal charges, and you are not familiar with how the criminal justice system works, you are likely feeling confused and concerned along with being worried about the eventual outcome of your case. Hopefully, you...
Read MoreContrary to what many people believe, a law enforcement officer is not legally allowed to pull over a motorist without a reason. In other words, random traffic stops are not legal. What are legal, however, are stops based on...
Read MoreAs a result of efforts by both private advocacy groups and public agencies to bring awareness to the dangers of drinking and driving, the number of people arrested each year for driving under the influence, or DUI, has gone...
Read MoreUnderstanding Probation in Nebraska from Tom Petersen Your probation officer decides whether to handle the matter with or without the court’s involvement. If your probation officer decides to involve the court an official violation of probation notice will be...
Read MoreIt may be difficult to believe (depending on your age), but just two decades ago people were still using snail mail to correspond with each other. Although the internet existed, it was still in its infancy. In addition, computers...
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