When law enforcement pays a visit to your home or work without an invitation, appointment, or notice, it’s probably not good, but you just don’t know. Because of this potential lack of clarity, it is important you speak to an experienced attorney before talking to law enforcement. 1. You don’t know if you are the …
What constitutes forgery?
What is forgery? Forgery generally refers to the making, altering, use, or possession of a false writing or document to commit a fraud. It involves an imitation of an object of value used with the intent to deceive. Forgery can occur in many forms, such as falsifying contracts, or signing another person’s name on a check. …
What is considered a deadly weapon in Nebraska?
Possession of a deadly weapon on the University of Nebraska in Omaha is prohibited. This includes weapons concealed or not concealed, on a person or in a vehicle. But which weapons are considered “deadly”? What does Nebraska constitute as a deadly weapon? For an object to be considered a “deadly” weapon, it must fit within the …
What is a sexual assault protection order?
In sex assault cases, law enforcement and victim advocates may encourage the accuser to obtain protection orders against the accused. A sexual assault protection order (SAPO) is a lawful order by a court at the request of the accuser. Once the order is in place, if the accused contacts the accuser, the accused will be …
When and how can law enforcement search my vehicle?
United States citizens are protected from unreasonable searches and seizures under the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. The amendment states: “The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by …
Prior DUI Convictions: Sentencing Impact on a Current DUI
In Nebraska, the penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol are severe and may have consequences with long time impact. Being charged with any criminal offense can affect a person’s family, career and life, so it is important to understand how someone’s past – even if it was many years ago – can play …
Supreme Court Decision on Cell Phone Location Data
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court held 5-4 in favor of requiring law enforcement officials to obtain a search warrant before demanding the production of personal location data from cell service providers. This data is commonly known as Cell-Site Location Information (CSLI). What is CSLI? CSLI is data collected by cell sites/towers from each individual customer’s …
Circumstantial Evidence in Establishing DUI Charge
In 2016, over one million Americans were arrested for Driving Under the Influence. This is only roughly 1% of the 111 million self-reported instances of alcohol impaired driving in 2016. Under Nebraska law, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol level exceeding .08%. This law may seem straight forward, but there is often misunderstanding surrounding …
Is Unlawful Intrusion A Registerable Sex Offense?
Citizens are protected against unreasonable intrusion against one’s consent. Depending on the nature of the intrusion, it could also lead to the defendant having to file as a registered sex offender. Because being charged with any criminal offense can wreak havoc on the life of the accused, it is important to contact an experienced sex …
Berry Law awarded Criminal Defense Law Firm of the Year in Nebraska
Berry Law has been selected by Global Law Experts as the 2018 Criminal Defense Law Firm of the Year in Nebraska. This award is allocated solely on merit and recognizes leaders in the respective field. Following open voting and external nominations from the extensive user base of Global Law Experts, a research team at Global …
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