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No Substitute for Victory
When MacArthur said, "There is no substitute for victory”, he was not trying to quip or to merely stress importance; he literally meant that there was an existential threat to the American way of life and that no alternative other… -
Consent and the Capacity to Consent in Sexual Assault Cases
In the state of Nebraska, any unwanted sexual contact can result in criminal charges. A sexual assault conviction can be devastating to your career and your future. In fact, a sexual assault charge by itself can even cause severe damage… -
When Interstate 80 Drug Stops and Cash Seizures Turn into Federal Conspiracy Cases
It used to be that if a person was stopped on the interstate with a large amount of U.S. currency or drugs, they were charged with crimes of either possession with intent to distribute marijuana or possession of drug money… -
Could Myles Garrett Face Criminal Charges?
If you're a football fan or you just logged into social media in the last 24 hours, you've probably seen the highlight from the Browns and Steelers game. The highlight that we're talking about, of course, is when a fight… -
Types of Federal Fraud Crimes
Accusations of federal fraud crimes, as with all white collar crimes, can result in severe consequences for the accused and a conviction can carry negative impacts for life. If you have been arrested or charged with a federal fraud crime,… -
Mistakes Innocent People Make During Sex Assault Interrogations in Omaha
After handling sex assault defense cases in Omaha, Nebraska, for decades, we’ve noticed that those who go down to the police station for an interview do not know what to expect nor do they know their rights. Unfortunately, this misunderstanding… -
Can Drug Dogs Really Smell Marijuana and Other Drugs Through Odor Proof Bags?
The other day I was working with a drug dog expert who was reviewing a video from a police drug stop on Interstate 80 in Lincoln, Nebraska. After having reviewed the video and the training records of the dog, the expert… -
Going to Battle Should Not Be a Cliché
By John S. Berry, Jr. I recently read a post from a good lawyer who talked about going to battle. I feel compelled to post on this topic because lawyers frequently talk about “going to battle” while precious few have… -
What Makes a Crime a Federal Offense
Depending on the nature of the crime of which you are accused, you could face trial in a state or federal court. You may be subject to federal prosecution and penalties if you are accused of committing a crime that… -
How Long Can Police Detain Me to Conduct a Search?
Imagine that you are driving down the interstate and you are pulled over for a routine traffic stop. You are held by the police for 45 minutes while the officer calls in another patrol car with a drug sniffing dog. …
