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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… -
Probable Cause Requirement for Searching Semi-truck
For most semi-truck drivers, their truck/cab/trailer is their home away from home as well as company property. But when their property is searched and seized, it must be determined if it was done so without… -
Fentanyl Seizures on I-80
2018 isn’t even halfway over, but so far the Nebraska State Patrol has seized more illegal drugs than in recent years. Most recently, they seized 118 pounds of pure fentanyl - one of the largest seizures of… -
Illegal Traffic Stops on 4/20
As the saying goes, money goes west and drugs go east. Interstate 80 in Nebraska is patrolled daily by law enforcement looking for contraband. Law enforcement agencies highly publicize efforts to increased drug patrols on… -
What Is Probable Cause?
The phrase “probable cause” comes from the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which states: “The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures,… -
Routine Traffic Stops can lead to an arrest
Traffic Stops There's little doubt that much of the contact between police and people who are arrested result from traffic stops. Many times people stopped for routine traffic offenses are subsequently arrested for drug offenses,… -
Speeding Pull-Over Results In Nebraska Man’s Fifth Dui | National Va Claims Denial Appeal Attorneys | Lincoln Agent Orange Va Claims Law Firm
It may not be uncommon for some residents of Lincoln to unwind from their work week with a little partying, clubbing or drinking with friends. There are plenty of safe ways to enjoy a drink… -
Nebraska State Trooper Convinces Recruit To Join The Huskers
Today many news media sources indicated that a kicker from Illinois was stopped by a state trooper, questioned about why he was in the state, and asked to join the Huskers. While some believe the… -
Nebraska Supreme Court Addresses Out-Of-State Dui Convictions Used To Enhance Penalties
Police are very aggressive when on patrol for drunk drivers. If an officer observes a moving violation by a motorist, he or she may decide to stop the driver and look for signs of impairment.… -
TIPS FOR HOW TO HANDLE POLICE TICKETS
A “ticket” is merely a citation issued by a law enforcement officer. Police issue tickets for traffic violations, misdemeanors, and even felonies. The decision as to whether the offense listed on the ticket will ever…
