If you’re considering filing for divorce in Nebraska, it’s crucial to understand the process of notifying your spouse about it. This process, known as “giving notice,” is a legal requirement that ensures that your spouse is aware of the divorce proceedings and has an...
Year: 2023
A DUI arrest is not a guaranteed conviction
Alcohol and drugs affect a person’s ability to think clearly, yet some people can still drive safely and carefully after a glass of alcohol. Only you could know your actual tolerance. Be that as it may, it is still a crime in Nebraska to operate a motor vehicle under...
Will going to rehab affect child custody?
Drug misuse can happen slowly. Despite your best intentions, you may now realize that it is hindering your ability to care for your child. Knowing the risks substance abuse poses to your family’s health and happiness, you might be considering seeking help. However,...
False drugs, real crime: Possession and sale of fake controlled substances
It’s no secret that the U.S. has a hardline stance against controlled substances. While illegal drugs such as heroin, peyote and Ecstasy are considered controlled substances, even certain prescription medications and over-the-counter drugs such as Ativan, Adderall,...
The problems with geofence warrants
Geofence warrants are commonly used when the police want to know who was in a given location when a crime was committed. Nebraska law enforcement authorities obtain this information by issuing a geofence warrant to a company such as Google to find out who used devices...
How long does alcohol stay in your system?
Eating greasy food or taking a quick nap is not enough to sober up and drive. Alcohol affects everyone differently, and its effects do not wear off that quickly. Depending on your alcohol intake and your body’s ability to process it, the alcohol could stay in your...
Can a police officer stop you and frisk you for drugs?
A police officer can stop you while you are walking or jogging on the street, but to frisk you is another question. They may ask you questions when they stop you. You should know that you can remain silent and politely refuse to respond because they can be trying to...
The risks of social media use during divorce
During your divorce, the sad reality is that your spouse is probably going to try to paint you in a bad light so that they can get what they want out of the marriage dissolution process. As a result, you’re going to have to play a fair amount of defense in your...
SCOTUS may hear arguments in case involving a police dog
Police officers in Nebraska and around the country often summon K-9 units when they believe that vehicles contain firearms, explosives or illegal drugs. Police dogs can be trained to detect tiny amounts of gunpowder or narcotics, which is why the U.S. Supreme Court...
Can you use these tactics to suppress evidence in your drug case?
Drug charges can quickly upend your life. And if the evidence against you is significant, then you might be tempted to try to mitigate the damage as much as possible by quickly agreeing to a plea deal. But this might not be in your best interests. Therefore, you...
