My attorney did not fully look at the evidence prior to starting the facts of the dna results he said I better take the plea deal to limit the exposure to prison. Come to find out the results were not conclusive and stuck with the plea and sentencing on March 31st any thing I can do to get out of... View More 
answered on Mar 16, 2020
Not sure from the wording of your questions. If you haven't entered your plea yet, you don't need to go forward with pleading to something you don't want to plead to on 3/31. You can let your attorney know that you don't plan to enter the plea and want to go forward with... View More
My dad had been prescribed an opioid for a few years now. Recently, when he runs out, most of the time he gets some from a friend who is also prescribed it, instead of making a call and/or revisiting his doctor. I feel like it is something he should not be doing. What all can happen from this type... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2020
Having or taking prescription medication that is prescribed to another can result in serious criminal charges. Depending on the medication and facts of the case, it can result in a felony charge and jail/prison time.
answered on Feb 24, 2020
If you or someone you know were involved in a death that the police are investigating, you need to contact a criminal defense attorney asap. You would not want to post details on a public forum like this.
Scene what can they be charged with everyone was under 21 but one person the 21 year old brought the gun
answered on Feb 24, 2020
If you or someone you know were involved in a death that the police are investigating, you need to contact a criminal defense attorney asap. You would not want to post details on a public forum like this.
One calls 911 instead they dump his body what can they be charged with they provided gun and alcohol
answered on Feb 24, 2020
What you are describing is an extremely serious matter. If you or someone you know were involved in a death that the police are investigating, you need to contact a criminal defense attorney asap. You would not want to post details on a public forum like this.
My daughter of 15 has ran away 3 different times she doesn’t show up to school. She was also found with marijuana
answered on Feb 24, 2020
It depends on the judge, the type of case, and overall facts. If a child is struggling, it may be time to get experts involved to help assist. This could include the school counselor, Boys Town, or many other potential services.
gun wasnt used for any crimes but the prosecutor wont answer phone calls, emails or requests from evidence techs to release the gun to me.
answered on Feb 24, 2020
If a handgun was used in the commission of a crime, it will generally be destroyed. If a hand gun is part of evidence, it can be returned by court order after the case has resolved. Like other evidence, it will generally be held until that time.
The Nebraska statutes state: Firearms... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2020
Class ID felonies include a 3 year mandatory minimum prison sentence.
answered on Feb 24, 2020
A class ID felony has a mandatory minimum of three years and maximum of 50 years imprisonment. Depending on the facts of the case, the charges could be reduced or dismissed. If you have a criminal case pending, you need to speak with your criminal defense attorney or public defender for advice at... View More
18 months total. 9 months good. 2 months of sanctions and jail time. Dedicated to finish the remaining 7 clean and sober. No more testing dirty.
answered on Feb 5, 2020
It is possible for a motion to revoke probation to be filed and the Court to ultimately decide that continuing probation is appropriate. Sometimes the Court will add on additional terms or additional time to the probation in order to reinstate the probation.
My step sister took a picture with my alcohol bottle (at our house) while I was in the bathroom and I’m getting procuring to a minor. She is 12. I’m 21. I live at their house as much as I live at my moms. I don’t understand why I am getting cited for this and she isn’t getting in any... View More
answered on Feb 5, 2020
An element of the crime does not include that the minor must also be prosecuted for a crime.
I'm innocentand I need help on this I'm standing up for myself and I'm scared to death there's so much more to this case than just an arson charge it's what led up to it
answered on Jan 30, 2020
If you are unable to afford an attorney and wanting an attorney to represent you for free (pro bono) in a felony case, you should contact the public defender's office as you are have a right to a court-appointed attorney to assist you.
answered on Jan 21, 2020
Even if a child is too old to be a victim of statutory rape, charges can be brought for contributing to the delinquency of a minor or similar charges. If you believe your child is a victim of such, you would want to contact the non-emergency law enforcement line and request to file a police... View More
He lunged at me and started to swing the machete in a menacing manner while saying “I’m going to kill you.” If I understand the NEBRASKA laws correctly this is the crime of a terroristic threat and additionally, very likely a hate crime. What procedure should I follow in regards to this incident?
answered on Jan 6, 2020
Terrorist threats is a crime. You can call the non-emergency law enforcement phone number and request to make a report. It would then be up to the county attorney whether to file criminal charges based on that report or not.
If you are in fear that this person may come after you, can may... View More
My boyfriend and I are breaking up. It has been physical abuse and Mental. Now he's telling me to go kill myself. After he already knows that I have history of mental illness.
i have a signed contract to paint my house w/$2850 down in 11/28/18 in 7/29/19 in the witness of a police officer he refused to even"Start"
answered on Nov 18, 2019
If you have been defrauded by a contractor, you should contact the non-emergency law enforcement phone number and file a police report and/or contact the county attorney's office to report the crime. They will likely want supporting documentation of the fraud, so you will want to provide a... View More
I have an issue going on at (X) University. The university decision wont be based on facts. They said if it is more likely that you might did that then they will dismiss me from the school. They already have effected my mental illness, my life, and my school performance. I am planning on gathering... View More
answered on Nov 18, 2019
If you have a situation that involves both potential criminal charges and a disciplinary issue with an university, you will want to contact an attorney that has experience with both criminal defense cases and school disciplinary issues.
I pled guilty prior to being incarserated in Missouri and I filed the writ hoping to get sentence they said the writ didn't apply to me because I already pled guilty is this right I don't understand I thought the writ was to help u resolve ur cases
answered on Sep 15, 2019
Since it sounds like your case is pending in Missouri, you may want to post your question under Missouri to get an answer to your question.
The warrant was for drugs. The place of the search was a house, all outbuildings at the address, and vehicles under the control of my co-defendant. My name was not listed on the warrant and I was staying in a camper behind the house. When the police came I exited the camper and said they could not... View More
answered on Aug 21, 2019
Evidence can generally be kept by law enforcement until the time of sentencing even if the property belongs to other than the defendant.
If a motion to suppress has already been heard and denied, then a subsequent motion to suppress regarding the same issue/evidence is more often a motion... View More
An officeer told me i was to recieve a citation upon the conclusion of inventory search. I joined another officer uncuffed while search being conducted where supposedly something was found. Officer told me i was then under arrest for possible possession yet to be tested. Is that a lawful search to... View More
answered on Jul 24, 2019
There isn't enough facts here to give you an answer. Did you consent to search? If so, then it is likely lawful.
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