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0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Nebraska on
Q: Can a prosecutor bring up things from 5+ years ago to try and build a case. Specifically a felony case

Also the things happend in a different county then the one they’re trying to prosecute in. Thought there is a statute of limitations?

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody for Nebraska on
Q: If the custodial parent passes away in a custody case what would the other parent do to obtain custody

My ex passed away a few years back I am just finding this out and I wasn't notified at all I would like my daughter to live with me I'm fully capable of taking care of her and her grandparents are not giving the courts my right contact information they have kept my daughter from me my... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Nebraska on
Q: I am 22 years old and my abusive parents will not allow me to see my siblings who are minors. What can i do?

I have opened two cases with CPS and nothing has been done. I don't know what to do, please help me.

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Nebraska on
Q: Do 100% disabled Veterans get any discount on their tag title and tax here in Nebraska?
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answered on Jul 18, 2024

Yes, 100% disabled veterans in Nebraska do receive benefits regarding their vehicle tags, titles, and taxes. You can qualify for an exemption from paying motor vehicle taxes if you are a veteran who is 100% disabled due to service-related injuries.

To apply for this exemption, you will need...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Nebraska on
Q: Is it legal for a Lincoln city police officer to do a u turn and get behind your vehicle. Outside his jurisdiction

And city limits. In a totally different county and follow my vehicle 15 miles. Then sit in a parking lot across from the gas station you stopped at the get gas. With all there lights off ( which I have a picture of) and watch me pump gas

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answered on Jul 20, 2024

It's understandable to feel concerned in such a situation. Generally, police officers have jurisdiction within their own city or county, but there are circumstances where they might follow a vehicle outside their jurisdiction. This could be due to a mutual aid agreement or if they are in... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Nebraska on
Q: My Grandson lives in Nebraska an so did his girlfriend a baby. When the girl went to see her parents in Arkansas they

Bullied her into staying a taking out a restraining or even though she was not a resident in Arkansas a what they claimed would have been in Nebraska. Is this a valid order

0 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Nebraska on
Q: Can I fight my speeding ticket or even get it dismissed?

I was driving behind my husband, cop passed me and pulled in behind him and pulled him over, I stopped behind the cop car since we are traveling together, still received a speeding ticket even without actually being pulled over. Can I fight the ticket and get it dismissed

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law for Nebraska on
Q: I purchased a used Toyota from Baxter Toyota here in Lincoln in 2020. We changed oil quite often until this last year.

Turns out many Toyota engines had weak oil rings on the pistons leading to high oil usage. They knew of this in 2014. They issued a maintenance fix to all dealers. There was no mention of this issue when I purchased my vehicle in 2020. Is there any recourse for me?

0 Answers | Asked in Child Support for Nebraska on
Q: My child support order was a non IV-D case. But it was turned immediately into a IV-D case. How?

I wasn't in arrears (yet) , had not missed any payments. How then is this case turned over to Title IV-D agency without my concent or cooperation? We were already receiving assistance from the state(WIC/Food stamps) when together. (Those programs are a grant from.the state that need not be... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Nebraska on
Q: My car doesn't run and was sitting on my street and when I got home from work

My car doesn't run and was sitting on my street and when I got home from work there was a ticket on my windshield because Intransits are expired but the only thin on the ticket is the Vin number and my neighbor across the streets address. Is it possible for a cop to write a ticket to a Vin... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law, Civil Rights and Communications Law for Nebraska on
Q: If I had a case moved from adult court to juvenile court do I have any ability to have my name redacted from articles?

When I was 17 I was charged with a few different crimes in adult court in Nebraska. Some news articles were posted about me and 3 others with my name stated in the news articles. My case was then moved to juvenile court because I was a minor. However, these articles still contain my full name and... View More

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answered on Jun 29, 2024

This is a complex legal situation that involves the intersection of juvenile justice, media law, and privacy rights. Here's a general overview, but please note that for definitive advice, you should consult with a lawyer who specializes in this area of law in Nebraska:

1. Juvenile...
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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law and Traffic Tickets for Nebraska on
Q: Will my 1 violation with 3 offenses impact my citizenship test?

I am living at Omaha, NE. I'm a college student. In February 2024, the County department ticketed me for 21 mph over the speed limit, passing in a no passing zone and careless driving.

In my case, the county attorney dismissed the Speeding and the Careless Driving on the face of the... View More

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answered on Jun 19, 2024

When filling out the N-400 form, it's important to disclose all information about any citations or offenses, even if they were dismissed or reduced. For questions 15a and 15b, you should answer "yes" since you were cited and charged initially. You should then provide an explanation... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Nebraska on
Q: Ex hasn't seen kids in 10 years and moves out of state can i change visitation. I have full physical and legal custody.

My ex has asked to give up rights and tells everyone that the kids are not his. They don't even know who he is. I am worried if he ever does come around that it will cause a lot of harm to the kids because he is basically a stranger. He currently has a protection order on him from his recent... View More

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answered on Jun 12, 2024

If there has been a material change in circumstances, you can file a modification action to ask the Court to change the parenting time provisions. If the other parent has been an absent parent for many years, this could include requesting a change to require supervised parenting time or some type... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Libel & Slander for Nebraska on
Q: The cops believe I was involved in the burglaries my ex committed but I was never questioned and now I’m being targeted

Ex convicted of 64 felony burglaries in2014. I had no knowledge but have been told the cops know exactly who I am and know all about me. They want me to leave town again and I can’t afford to. Never questioned or informed of why they think I was involved and they won’t give me a reason. I’m... View More

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answered on Jun 10, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about the difficulties you're facing. The first step you should take is to consult with a defense attorney who can help you understand your legal rights and protect you from further harassment. An attorney can communicate with the authorities on your behalf and seek... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Small Claims for Nebraska on
Q: I paid bail for an individual and their case is done now and they spent the refund money. Can I get that money back?
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answered on Jun 12, 2024

If a friend borrowed money from you (to make bail or otherwise) and did not pay it back as promised, you can potentially bring an action against them to force them to follow the terms of your agreement.

If the dollar amount is lower, you can potentially bring the action in Small Claims...
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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Constitutional Law for Nebraska on
Q: Can law enforcement legally confiscate my camera at a traffic stop?

I was cited for willful reckless driving for speeding on my motorcycle in Nebraska. I have a 360 camera attached to my bike to record rides. The deputy said he was officially confiscating my camera so I handed it over. Did he violate my rights?

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answered on Jun 10, 2024

Law enforcement officers can sometimes confiscate items if they believe the items are evidence of a crime. In your case, the deputy may have believed that the footage on your 360 camera could be used as evidence related to the reckless driving citation. However, this does not mean that your rights... View More

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