Navigating DUI Checkpoints in Nebraska
One common theme in Nebraska during the holidays are DUI checkpoints, which you will often see at highways and state parks. Basically, it's where the Nebraska State Patrol or your local Sheriff's department will set…Fight Your DUI Charges
If you have been arrested for DUI, contact the Berry Law Firm and talk to one of our Omaha DUI lawyers for aggressive legal representation. We have been helping clients defend DUI charges since 1965.…Can You Have an Open Container in a Vehicle?
Although it is common knowledge that a person cannot legally drive while under the influence of alcohol, it may be lesser known that a person cannot legally drive if there are open containers of alcohol…Defending Marijuana DUI’s in Nebraska
Law enforcement and prosecutors in Nebraska are dedicating more time and resources than ever to arresting and prosecuting drivers suspected of driving under the influence of marijuana. Drivers charged with driving under the influence of…Can Police Take My Blood Without a Warrant?
The Legality of Forcible Blood Testing You may already know that police typically cannot enter your home, conduct a search of your private property, and/or seize anything that belongs to you unless they have gone…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,…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…Can I get a DUI for prescription drugs?
When people think of driving under the influence (DUI), the first thing that often comes to mind is drinking and driving. However, driving under the influence can also include drugs, including those that are legal and…How Inaccurate are Field Sobriety Tests?
In the event of a traffic stop due to suspicion of DUI, many times, the police officer will ask the driver to step out of the vehicle and perform several tests, commonly known as field…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…
