Most auto insurance companies charge higher rates for drivers the company considers high-risk. Some companies will not insure high-risk drivers at all. Drivers who receive a driving under the influence conviction in Nebraska could see insurance rates more than double....
Drunk Driving
Drunk driving and anxiety disorders
There are many different challenges that arise in the wake of a DUI case, such as financial penalties and adjusting to daily life without the ability to operate a vehicle. However, some people face a particularly difficult time due to DUI charges in terms of their...
Understanding the logistics of breath testing devices
The hand-held breath testing device is undoubtedly the near-universal symbol of a drunk driving conviction. Almost everyone in Lincoln likely understands that should they find themselves in the position of blowing into such a device, law enforcement officials plan to...
Your DUI breath test’s results may not be accurate
With its many restaurants, bars and entertainment venues, Lincoln has plenty of places to enjoy a cocktail, craft beer or glass of wine. If you drive after consuming alcohol, though, an officer may stop you on suspicion of drunk driving. To either confirm or dispel...
Are you prepared for alcohol treatment for a DUI?
When you receive a DUI in Nebraska, you can expect a long road ahead of you before life returns to normal. To regain your license, you can expect to have to complete some form of alcohol treatment. To better understand what to expect with such treatment, see what...
DUI and probable cause
Spending time with friends is a commodity in your overextended life. You may have a few drinks, lose yourself in the moment and not think about the repercussions waiting down the road. Police in Nebraska remain diligent in taking dangerous drivers off the road, and...
Understanding the consequences of a DUI conviction in Nebraska
Each day, numerous people are arrested throughout the state of Nebraska on suspicion of driving under the influence. If convicted of drunk driving, they could face significant penalties, some of which may have lasting consequences on their personal and professional...
How police detect impaired drivers
Driving while under the influence of alcohol is illegal in Nebraska and every other U.S. state. Law enforcement typically arrests drivers with a blood alcohol content of 0.08% or higher and charges them with DUI. If convicted, you may have your license suspended,...
The cost of a Nebraska DUI
You're already aware that drunk driving is illegal. There is no shortage of reminders that patrols are watching for people who have been drinking before getting behind the wheel. The surprise typically comes when it's time to deal with the consequences. There is a lot...
Police step up DUI enforcement
Various Nebraska police agencies have noted that they are planning a strong crackdown on drunk driving as part of several initiatives that have seen widespread citations and warnings. Around St. Patrick's Day, Papillion police distributed 35 citations, and 10 days...