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Or do I have to wait until the resolution of my misdemeanor dv case? Nebraska residents, no lease
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
filed motion to supress evidence also stating rights were violated officer did not show twice def's co defendant had already took accountability and responsibility for all charges. Judge was reading constitutional responsibilities. "Did you willingly and knowingly Commit this crime."... View More
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answered on Apr 3, 2024
In Nebraska, a plea of no contest (also known as a nolo contendere plea) can be withdrawn after being accepted, but it is subject to the court's discretion and certain conditions. Here are a few key points to consider:
1. Plea withdrawal: A defendant may file a motion to withdraw their... View More
Every other weekly test is showing positive results for drugs I am not using. I do not understand the “cut off levels” in the results. My understanding is that this said level is very “low”….could someone please elaborate on these levels and possibly explain how much is supposedly still... View More
answered on Mar 24, 2024
The manufactures of these products often have details as to how their patch works, in detail, on their website. This includes regarding some of the science behind it. You can also read cases that challenged the use of some of these products. For one example, including cases, see:... View More
Shouldn't that person be arrested just for leaving?
answered on Feb 19, 2024
If you believe you have information that may be helpful to law enforcement for an open investigation, you can contact that agency's non-emergency line. A detective will contact you back if they are seeking the information you have to share.
Why law enforcement acted or didn't... View More
answered on Feb 14, 2024
The Nebraska Legislative Research Office puts together a handbook about gun laws every few years.
https://nebraskalegislature.gov/pdf/reports/research/firearmlaws_2021.pdf
door and I threw my phone and it accidentally called 911 and the cops showed up and she pushed me down but I accidentally pushed her off of me by the throat cuz she knocked me down butI got scared and ran so they had a warrant for my arrest and I was put in jail for 7 days and someone paid the bond... View More
answered on Jan 2, 2024
You should contact a criminal defense attorney. If there is also a custody dispute, then you may also need to file a custody action or a custody modification action. It doesn't sound like this last exchange was very positive for you or the children. Going forward, you may need to have your... View More
My sister had her children taken from her home in February. She was granted supervised visitation, due to an ongoing criminal case. The criminal case will be closed on January 9th with a plea deal. All of the things on her case plan has been done. They are working in family therapy
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answered on Dec 23, 2023
In Nebraska, if your sister is under supervised visitation due to an ongoing criminal case and a child welfare case, the resolution of her criminal case with a plea deal could potentially impact her visitation rights. However, the child welfare case is generally treated separately from the criminal... View More
The prosecuting attorney has footage of the alleged crime but the public defender attorney does not have it
answered on Dec 4, 2023
There isn't a set answer to your question and the process and timing varies somewhat from county to county. It also depends somewhat on the severity of the charge and the type of evidence in question.
For example, it might start with the defense attorney having access to the police... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2023
If the employer requests and your answer is untruthful, you could potentially be terminated for not being truthful on your application. Further, if the employer does a background check and it shows the conviction, you are not likely to get the job for not being honest on your application. They... View More
Truck & cash seized during raid, DEA asked for proof & extended time to gather paperwork. He has proof funds were from regular day job and inheritance funds given from mom for Christmas gifts. He has paystubs and receipts. The truck was quoted at $23,650 by feds and cash amount seized was $14,469.
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answered on Nov 18, 2023
To retrieve property seized by the DEA, you would typically need a criminal defense attorney, especially if the seizure was part of a criminal investigation or raid. This type of attorney is experienced in dealing with criminal matters and can navigate the legal process to challenge the seizure.... View More
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answered on Sep 7, 2023
Whether your appointed attorney should step down from your case due to their prior representation of a witness or confidential informant depends on various factors. The primary concern is the potential conflict of interest. Attorneys are bound by rules of professional conduct that require them to... View More
answered on Sep 5, 2023
Hire a professional licensed private investigator to investigate the facts and to provide competent admissible evidence to their lawyer. Private investigators are less expensive and specifically trained in providing such services and generally have fewer limitations on what they can legally do.
answered on Sep 20, 2023
Yes, on some things, the judge can move forward on a criminal case even if the defendant does not understand. For example, if a party says they don't understand the charge, the Court can appoint a public defender to help the person understand the charges. If the person is believed to be... View More
answered on Jul 31, 2023
He should retain a criminal defense attorney. The prosecutor has to meet the burden of the charge or the charge should be dismissed. If the prosecutor believes the prosecution can meet the burden with the evidence they have, then you may need to take the case to trial to let the Court decide.
I have a misdemeanor for property damage: vandalism from 2018. I'm curious if this will ever fall off my record or if I could go through the process to get it expunged?
answered on Jul 20, 2023
These type of adult convictions don't fall off your record. Your options are generally either a set aside or a pardon. If you have been law-abiding for a longer period of time and the conviction was a misdemeanor, you may be a good candidate to ask for the Court to "set aside" the... View More
Imagine this guest as like someone who came to watch a football game or a barbecue guest. Let’s say that said person and I argue and I tell them to leave and they refuse. I repeat myself and they refuse again , now becoming aggressive to me. What is my legal right to defend myself and also make... View More
answered on Jul 1, 2023
If you engage with the person physically, you may be charged with assault. If a visitor has overstayed their welcome and refuses to leave, you can call law enforcement. Often law enforcement can convince the person to leave. If not, charges such as trespassing, distrubing the peace, etc. are... View More
The conversation on the phone was about their child in common and how to get $15000 to bond the petitioner out of jail which the respondent did
answered on May 24, 2023
The protection order is against the respondent, not the petitioner. Thus, the petitioner would not be charged even if they initiated contact to the respondent. The respondent could be charged with a violation of protection order for responding. When determining whether to file the violation of... View More
awarded my appeal after being in work release but never notified so conviction stuck how do i go about this
answered on May 24, 2023
If you are successful on appeal, the Appellate court can do a number of things. For example, the appellate court can send back to the trial court for further hearing or the appellate court can issue a new final ruling without further hearing. What your options are depend on what specifically... View More
I also have a shoplifting & trespassing charge below $50. I believe I had nervous break down. What can I do to change these to anything not associated with theft so that I can secure employment
answered on Mar 28, 2023
You would need to retain a criminal defense attorney or public defender to assist you. You may be able to have your charges reduced or dismissed. It may make sense to take the case to trial and have the prosecutor prove their case or the charges dismissed. Alternatively, if it doesn't make... View More
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