Airline pilots are responsible for the safe operation of commercial aircraft, and as such, society holds them to high standards of conduct both on and off the job. One issue that has received increasing attention in recent years in Nebraska and throughout the country...
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How reliable is the horizontal gaze nystagmus test?
The horizontal gaze nystagmus test is one of three tests that make up the standardized field sobriety tests that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration introduced in the early 1980s. It is used to help police officers in Nebraska and around the country...
What should you do if your teen is arrested for DUI?
A DUI charge is enough to scare any resident of Nebraska. Even worse, if it happens to your teen, it could shake you to your very core, and there are steps you should take immediately. Reign in your emotions As a parent, it’s only natural for you to be angry, ashamed...
Police errors that can help your DUI case
Being arrested for a suspected DUI in Nebraska is a serious matter. However, this doesn't always mean that you will be convicted. There is plenty of margin for error on the part of the officer who gives you the test. If you believe that an error was made, you can make...
Can your first DUI be a felony?
It is common for state laws to impose harsher penalties on people who receive multiple DUI convictions. However, there are circumstances where even a first-time offender may face more severe consequences. Is it possible for a first-time DUI to result in a felony...
Is it legal to “sleep it off” while drunk in your car?
A police officer in Lincoln, Nebraska, has the right to pull over a person they suspect of intoxicated driving. However, what if the car is already pulled over to the side of the road or parked? Drivers may wonder if they can get arrested for a DUI while sleeping in a...
Your insurance rates could more than double after a DUI
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....
Circumstances that could enhance a DUI sentence
The legal consequences of DUIs are harsh, and they only get more stringent if your sentence is enhanced. Though driving under the influence is already illegal in Nebraska, certain factors can exacerbate the legal consequences. If a judge believes you've engaged in...
What do you know about getting a job with a DUI?
While determining how much your recent driving under the influence charge affects your life, you still want to find a new job in Nebraska. How do you navigate your DUI with potential employers? Chron offers tips for obtaining employment with a drunk driving charge. Do...
Your right to drive after a DUI in Nebraska
An impaired driving offense may result in the loss of driving privileges. The length of any license suspension or revocation may vary based on the circumstances of an individual's case. Most people need the ability to drive so they can keep their jobs. Driving may...
