A breathalyzer test may not be the only method a Nebraska law enforcer will use to determine if you are drunk driving or not. There are various kinds of field sobriety tests that a law enforcer may use. Law enforcement use field sobriety tests to assess balance,...
Drunk Driving
Beyond a suspended license: The long-term effects of a DUI in Nebraska
A DUI (Driving Under the Influence) conviction can feel like a punch in the gut. Your license gets suspended, and you face fines and court costs. But beyond the immediate headaches, a DUI can have lasting consequences that impact your life for years to come. Here's a...
Affirmative defenses to a DUI charge
Getting charged with driving under the influence (DUI) in Nebraska can be a serious matter, but there are certain defenses that can be used in court. Some of them are known as affirmative defenses. An affirmative defense is when the defendant provides evidence that,...
Do I qualify for an ignition interlock permit in Nebraska?
There is a wide range of penalties for drinking under the influence (DUI), which are usually proportionate to the violation's severity. Some offenses can warrant fines and jail time, depending on the circumstances. Other times, the court can order other sanctions,...
Why are DUI laws stricter on underage drivers?
All drivers are responsible for operating their vehicles as safely as possible. This is why driving under the influence (DUI) of either alcohol or a controlled substance is a criminal offense in Nebraska and other U.S. states, because a drunk or intoxicated driver...
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...
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...
DUIs that cause serious injuries are felonies
If a driver faces a charge of driving under the influence (DUI) in Nebraska, a conviction doesn’t immediately lead to a felony on record. A DUI only becomes a felony on the driver’s third and subsequent offenses. But one surefire way for a driver to land a felony...
What can happen if I refuse a breath test in Nebraska?
Getting pulled over could be stressful. It could happen anytime and anywhere. However, certain circumstances could compel an officer to request a breath test to determine the driver’s intoxication. This procedure could be standard protocol if the officer has reason to...
Nebraska DUI booking and bail
There were an estimated 2,219 DUI arrests in Nebraska in 2021. A DUI in Nebraska can cause you to lose your license, spend time in jail and pay financial penalties. You’ll also have to deal with DUI booking and bail. DUI booking After an arrest for a DUI, you’ll get...
