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Criminal drug offenses can lead to severe penalties on conviction, such as significant fines and prison time. But a conviction can also lead to long-term effects that can impact a person long after their sentence. One area where a person convicted of a drug crime may...
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,...
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...
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...
Nebraska is one of the 33 states in the country with laws that address parents or primary caregivers exposing children to illegal drug activity. It is essential to understand the risks and protect children. Below are some examples of illegal drug activity....
There's a high correlation between alcohol and substance abuse and criminal justice interventions for drug abusers. In fact, about 80% of people incarcerated have some sort of substance abuse disorder. In response, the U.S. government has spent about a trillion...
The prosecution for unlawful possession of marijuana has several defenses and restrictions on certain actions in Nebraska. Under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act, a defendant who suffers from intractable seizures may have a doctor's order for cannabidiol...
Drug possession charges could result in severe penalties under Nebraska law if a conviction is obtained. Still, regardless of the circumstances surrounding the arrest, all suspects have constitutional rights. However, many do not exercise those rights because they are...
Nebraska takes all drug charges very seriously. If you've been charged with possession, it's important to understand those criminal charges. What is drug possession? Drug possession relates to a person willingly and knowingly possessing illegal drugs such as cocaine...
Controlled substances are illegal in every state because of the effects they have on the mind and body. A common drug offense in Lincoln, Nebraska, is intent to distribute, which can carry various penalties. Overview of Nebraska drug possession laws The Controlled...
