Believe it or not, 2018 is almost over and 2019 is just around the corner. Hopefully, 2018 was an excellent year for you and your loved ones and 2019 will be an even better year. One way to prevent that from coming to pass is to start out the new year by getting arrested for driving under the influence (DUI).  An Omaha DUI defense attorney urges everyone to stay safe over the New Year’s holiday and not start 2019 with a DUI conviction. Driving Under the Influence Is Dangerous By now, we should all know that driving drunk is both

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Driving under the influence is one of those rare criminal offenses that otherwise law-abiding citizens frequently end up being charged with as a result of a momentary lapse in judgment. If that describes your situation, you are likely feeling confused on top of worrying about the outcome of your case – and you want the whole thing to be over with as soon as possible.  This is precisely what the prosecuting attorney is counting on and why most first-time arrests result in a conviction. It is not necessarily because the evidence of guilt is overwhelming, but because the defendant simply

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For many people, the most disconcerting thing about being arrested and charged with driving under the influence is that loss of their driving privileges that automatically follows in Nebraska. If you are one of those people, your most pressing concern at the moment is likely figuring out how to get to work or to other important commitments and appointments. An Omaha DUI attorney explains how you might be eligible for an Ignition Interlock Permit in Nebraska that would allow you to drive while your DUI case is pending. Nebraska Revocation Laws and Procedures In the State of Nebraska, as is

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Were you recently arrested and charged with aggravated DUI in Nebraska? If so, it is imperative that you understand the reason why your charges are “aggravated” as well as the possible penalties you face if you are convicted of those charges.  To ensure that you do understand the situation you find yourself in, an Omaha aggravated DUI attorney at Petersen Law Office explains why a DUI might be charged as an aggravated DUI and explains the corresponding penalties for some of the more serious DUI charges in Nebraska. DUI in Nebraska Basics As you probably already know, it is illegal

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Driving under the influence (DUI) tends to stand apart from other criminal offenses because the average DUI defendant has no previous criminal history and is an otherwise law-abiding, educated, middle-class citizen. As such, most motorists who find themselves in the middle of a DUI investigation and arrest are confused and overwhelmed on top of being frightened and worried.  Hopefully, you will never be arrested for DUI; however, in case you do find yourself in a position wherein you failed the DUI test, it may be beneficial to have some idea what you can expect to happen next. Anatomy of a

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If you find yourself under arrest for driving under the influence (DUI) in Nebraska, you will be asked to submit to a chemical breath test once you arrive at the station or jail. The purpose of the test is to determine if you have alcohol in your system. If you have never before been asked to take a breath test, you may be reluctant to do so. What happens if you don’t agree to take the breath test? An Omaha DUI defense attorney explains the possible consequences of refusing a breath test in Nebraska. Why Do We Have Implied Consent

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Getting arrested and charged with driving under the influence (DUI) is a frightening experience for the average person. More so than most crimes, the average DUI defendant does not have a criminal record and has likely never violated the law before, unless you count traffic violations. Consequently, most DUI defendants must navigate an unfamiliar judicial system while also worrying about the outcome of their case – and outcome that could have serious negative ramifications. Every DUI arrest involved a unique set of facts and circumstances which is why you should consult with an experienced DUI defense attorney for answers to

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If you were recently arrested and charged with driving under the influence (DUI) in Nebraska, you will need to make several important decisions over the course of your case. One of the most important of those decisions is whether or not to enter into a guilty plea agreement with the State of Nebraska. Given the highly personal and unique nature of any DUI prosecution, you should always consult with an experienced DUI defense attorney before making the decision to accept a plea agreement. In the meantime, an Omaha DUI attorney at Petersen Law Office discusses some important factors you may

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Through the combined efforts of governmental agencies and private advocacy groups over the last several decades, the public has been inundated with warnings about the dangers of drinking and driving. Also as a result of those efforts, states have strengthened their driving under the influence (DUI) laws, including lowering the “legal limit” to 0.08.  In fact, the “legal limit” has become the focus of both DUI enforcement efforts and the public’s perception of the crime of driving under the influence. Can you be convicted of DUI, however, even if you passed your breath test? An Omaha DUI lawyer at Petersen

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