There are times when Lincoln citizens may drive under conditions that are not recommended. For example, someone may wind up getting behind the wheel even if they are drowsy, having difficulty concentrating, or even after having a drink or two. However, driving after taking prescription drugs or street drugs can result in drug charges in …
How A Nebraska Attorney Can Help With Bond Money
Persons charged with crimes post bond money and are released from jail while their case is pending. What happens to the bond money posted at the county court? In Lancaster County, bond money stays with the court until the case is resolved. If a defendant is arrested and the case is dismissed before the county …
HOW A NEBRASKA LAWYER CAN HELP WITH A DUI CHARGE
Everybody knows someone who has been convicted of the crime of driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI). In 2005, there were 14,525 DUI arrests in Nebraska. Over 20 percent of those DUI arrests did not result in DUI convictions.1 These statistics remind us that a DUI arrest does not always result in a DUI …
How Leniency For Veterans Helps Us All
The United States has a tradition of recognizing our veterans who serve overseas during holidays. Often, this time of year, the Commander-in-Chief will visit troops in combat zones such as Iraq and Afghanistan to thank them for their service. We pray for the safety of those who protect our freedom. Many veterans return from war …
How Does A Protection Order Work
Courts settle disputes. From civil law suits to criminal charges we turn to our courts to resolve problems. Courts also can provide protection. Under Nebraska law there are two types of protection orders. Domestic Protection Orders and Harassment Protection Orders. The protection order is analogous to an injunction. Those who violate protection orders are subject …
Constitutional Shield
We are a nation founded on principles of natural rights, individual liberty, and a limited national government. The constitution serves not only to define the powers of this government, but also as a shield to protect us from government encroachment on our natural rights and liberties. It protects our abilities to speak our minds, defend our property, and …
How Nebraska Lawyers Can Help Veterans With Their Rights
“A man who runs the risk of shedding his blood for his country is good enough to be given a square deal afterwards. More than that no man is entitled and, less than that no man shall have.” Teddy Roosevelt [July 4, 1903] In the history of mankind, no individual has done more for the …