Federal criminal investigations in Omaha, Nebraska generally take longer than state criminal investigations. In some cases, a person is interviewed by federal agents, search warrants are executed, and property is seized months or years before the feds even decide to indict. Many federal crimes have a statute of limitations of five years. This allows federal …
What Constitutes Child Solicitation In Nebraska?
Under Nebraska law, solicitation of a minor involves using an electronic communication device to ask a child aged 16 years or younger to meet for the purpose of engaging in a sexual act. The sexual act itself is recognized as sexual assault under the law, even if a minor agrees to it. But simply requesting, …
Child Pornography Accusations
Child pornography charges are on the rise in the U.S., and the law enforcement techniques used to gather evidence have become increasingly aggressive. Recent crackdowns on the creation and distribution of child pornography by state and federal authorities have been effective in fighting the core problems, but have also resulted in charges being filed against …
Nebraska’s Sex Offender Registration Act Overview
At Berry Law, we receive a large number of calls every week related to the Nebraska Sex Offender Registration Act. Individuals contact us with a variety of questions related to the act. This article will give a general overview of the Nebraska Sex Offender Registration Act, and explain what offenses require registration, the registration time …
Perjury: A Class III Felony
We all grew up enjoying the story of George Washington, his hatchet, and his mother’s favorite cherry tree. And we were all trained at an early age not to bear false witness, and that honesty is the best policy. We live in a society in which sometimes we have to fight to protect our privacy, and …
CAN POLICE TAKE BLOOD WITHOUT A WARRANT?
For years, the question of whether or not police can draw your blood without consent has been debated in legal discussions. Ultimately, the United States Supreme Court curbed the debate when they clarified the Constitutional limits for officers who want to measure the blood-alcohol levels of a suspect after a drunk driving arrest. The court’s …
The Difference Between State and Federal Sex Crimes Defense
Federal courts are governed by the U.S. Constitution and Title 18 of the United States Code. State courts are governed both by federal and state laws. This results in several differences that can have an impact on sex crimes defense and the process defendants face when they go to court, as well as on outcomes in …
Not Guilty Verdict – Sexual Assault Case – Omaha | National Va Claims Denial Appeal Attorneys | Lincoln Agent Orange Va Claims Law Firm
We recently won a not guilty verdict for our client in a sexual assault case in Sarpy County. The facts involved a man in his 30’s, allegedly having sexual contact with a 15-year-old girl. The client was found not guilty of 3rd-degree sexual assault. In this case, the verdict was based on the law, rather …
A Review of Recent Sex Crimes In Omaha, Nebraska
For those who have been accused of sex crimes – or who know someone who has been accused – becoming familiar with a few recent cases can provide valuable insight. At Berry Law, one of our specialties is supporting those who have been accused of sex crimes through defense. We periodically review recent cases to …
No Penetration Without Representation
Sexual assault allegations are prevalent on college campuses. Not that long ago the entire Greek System at the University of Virginia was toppled by a false sexual assault allegation which allegedly occurred at a fraternity house. Rolling Stone magazine created a story out of the false information which ultimately ended fraternities at the University of …