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I have a query about a situation where a person with a traumatic brain injury, diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), left a recorded voice message that was interpreted as a threat. They went to bed afterward and were arrested the next day. This person has had previous interactions... View More

answered on Feb 25, 2025
It is unfortunate that person was arrested, but the standard for arrest is simply probable cause that a crime occurred. The Fourth Amendment mandates that an arrest be justified by probable cause to believe that a person has committed or is committing a crime. A person commits the crime of... View More
Possession and paraphernalia of thc. In Nebraska, I live in Missouri.
Since it’s only a final offense for the first charge, they do not run a diversion program in the county it was Charged It subsequences can result in jail time. Am I eligible for a Court appointed attorney? And if so,... View More
If someone is arrested on a warrant for auto theft and drugs are found on them, but the auto theft charge is dismissed because he didn't commit the crime, did the police have probable cause to search him?

answered on Jan 22, 2025
It would still be possible to have probable cause even if the related charge was ultimately dismissed. You would have to look at the overall factors. Potentially probable cause could still exist. The defendant would want to review and discuss with the criminal defense attorney a possible motion... View More
I overdosed on pills and my roommate found me and called 911. When the police arrived, my roommate told them I acquired the pills online. They searched my room and seized my computer, all my accessories, and my phone. The sheriff called me asking for the passwords to the devices but I declined to... View More

answered on Jan 22, 2025
Potentially yes. There may likely be a few options depending on your situation. You need to speak with a criminal defense attorney about your best options.

answered on Jan 20, 2025
No, so long as you otherwise follow the rules and regulations for buyers and purchasers of firearms.
I was initially doordashing my app glitched I had to uninstall and reinstall during that time a store employee accused me of shoplifting. I gave them the door dash bag. They asked for my id I had to go to my car to get it. Came back in the took me to a security office and said they were waiting for... View More

answered on Jan 20, 2025
If your defense against the shoplifting charge is that you were picking up the items due to being assigned to do so for someone via an app, such as Door Dash, then you need to get the records from Door Dash to show that there was an order for the items assigned to you. Even if you no longer have... View More
Two 20-life charges how much time will I have to do

answered on Jan 20, 2025
He needs to speak with his criminal defense attorney. The charges inform you of the minimum and maximum potential penalties. The likelihood that he will be convicted or the actual range of the likely sentence depends on the specific facts. If it looks like he will likely be convicted, it is not... View More
In 2021 the cops said they did a controled buy but never got a warrent for tell 2023.And the video wrong.Not Me. But arrested me in 2023 and then had a possession charge.If the controled buy was dropped would the fruit from a possession tree be the chargesin 2023

answered on Dec 30, 2024
It can be frustrating when legal processes take a long time, especially with limited police resources. Waiting 2½ years for a warrant might happen due to complex investigations, backlog in the legal system, or the need to gather sufficient evidence. With only one officer and one informant, the... View More
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

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

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

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.

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

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.
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