Borrowing a friend’s car can seem like a simple favor. But what happens when police stop the car and find drugs inside? You may worry that the drugs automatically become your legal problem because you were driving. In Nebraska, however, simply being in a vehicle where...
Year: 2026
What happens if you refuse a vehicle search?
Getting pulled over can feel stressful, especially when an officer asks to search your vehicle. You may wonder whether you must comply or what happens if you say no. Under the Fourth Amendment, you generally have the right to refuse consent to a search. Do you have...
How your footwear affects field sobriety test performance
When officers conduct field sobriety tests during a traffic stop in Nebraska, they may evaluate your balance, coordination and ability to follow instructions. The type of footwear you wear may also affect your performance. High heels, loose sandals and other shoes can...
Can the police search your vehicle without a warrant in Nebraska?
A traffic stop or some other encounter with law enforcement can easily escalate in Nebraska. Learning what your rights are while confronting law enforcement could give you clarity regarding what you should do if a police officer wants to search your vehicle. What does...
Where can you live during divorce?
After the initial divorce conversation, one of the immediate matters spouses discuss is living arrangements. If this is the position you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse are in, it’s vital to be informed. You want to choose a living arrangement that is safe and protects...
Virtual visitation in complex custody cases
There are many different types of custody arrangements after a couple gets divorced. Shared custody is very common, where the couple makes custody exchanges, but sole custody is also possible. In some cases, when one parent has sole physical custody, the other will...
Drugged driving charges must be taken seriously
When most people think about impaired driving charges, their thoughts automatically turn to alcohol. But alcohol isn’t the only impairing substance that can negatively impact how a person operates a vehicle. Drugged driving is another possibility, and it’s one that’s...
Missed a court date in Nebraska? Here’s what may happen next
Realizing you missed a court date can trigger a lot of questions at once. You may wonder whether the judge noticed your absence, whether law enforcement is looking for you or whether your criminal case is now in greater jeopardy. While the consequences depend on the...
The true cost of a DUI
If more people realized the true cost of a DUI conviction, there’d likely be fewer drivers who plead guilty as charged. As many find out to their dismay, the total cost of a DUI goes far beyond any immediate fees, fines and legal expenses. Here are some of those extra...
Constitutional rights and vehicle searches: What to know
Traffic stops sometimes result in police searching a person’s car or other vehicle and finding evidence of an offense far more serious than speeding or cruising through a stop sign – like illegal drugs or weapons or stolen property, for example. People often question...

