I am a healthcare worker and recently got called to test for alcohol while on probation. My ETG test came back positive. I haven’t drank so I’m guessing it’s from my extreme use of hand sanitizer.
There is research that supports your theory. If you wanted to bring this defense in a legal setting, you might have to hire an expert to explain how this works and whether it applies in your case.
My lawyer wants to do depositions, she got an approval from the judge. I dont want to do that because itll be more trouble. I just want to move to a different step or just asl for a plea deal. Can they do that if I request them to?
The party that requested the deposition can generally cancel the deposition. Whether this is in your best interest is another issue. If the prosecutor requested the deposition (or both parties requested it), then the defense generally can't just cancel the deposition. The prosecutor... Read more »
If i violated probation what would be my sentence can they bring the felony back up
For a violation of probation, you can generally be sentenced up to the maximum jail time allowed under the original offense convicted of. Thus, if a person was convicted of a misdemeanor, the maximum jail time is generally the maximum jail time allowed for the misdemeanor, even if the original... Read more »
Many counties post their active warrants on their county sheriff's website. You could also do a case search on the Nebraska Judicial Department website if you believe the warrant is in Nebraska. https://supremecourt.nebraska.gov/e-services
I am 16 about to be 17 and I recently ran away from home and I have been keeping contact with my mom and she knows where I've been at but still doesn't want to take off my missing persons report, I have her consent and proof of it but she still tries to force me home.
A parent can contact law enforcement when their child is a runaway. Often a child is still considered a runaway even if the parent knows where the child is but can't get the child back to the parent's home. A person who is harboring a runaway can have criminal charges brought against... Read more »
I was accused of breaking my own door and was accused of having the snake here thr whole time when it wasnt. Then it magically appeared in my place in a toy box. I'm being charge with false reporting and trying to set my ex up when I was telling the truth. He claims my stories dont match up... Read more »
If you need assistance in defending against a criminal charge, you should request a public defender or hire a criminal defense attorney to assist you. From the facts you describe, you may have a good defense against the charge.
an incident from 1978 in which I was detained in Omaha, Nebraska and the following day I was released with no charges, not arrested, they gave me no paperwork. Now customs are asking for paperwork to show there were no arrest or charges. I googled my name and shows no arrests ever, how do I get... Read more »
Have you tried obtaining a copy of your criminal history report?
https://www.nebraska.gov/apps-nsp-limited-criminal/
If you need more info than the basic background report, there is a "help section" on the above website that tells you how to request the more detailed... Read more »
It is common, especially in child abuse or neglect allegations, for a child to be questioned without permission from the parent. Whether it was appropriate in a specific case depends on the overall facts of the case.
are you in Nebraska he had a prior conviction,10 yrs ago, not a gun name is Richard Terkeurst, age 36, wife and children were in the room, says 10, thousand bond
You should take your question down. You would not want to post such specific details about a person on a general message board like this.
The cost of securing an attorney depends on many factors. For a criminal case, the cost is largely dependent on the seriousness of the charge and the likelihood that the matter will go to trial.
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... Read more »
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... Read 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... Read more »
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.
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... Read more »
Class ID felonies include a 3 year mandatory minimum prison sentence.
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.
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... Read more »
My daughter of 15 has ran away 3 different times she doesn’t show up to school. She was also found with marijuana
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.
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
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.
Scene what can they be charged with everyone was under 21 but one person the 21 year old brought the gun
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 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... Read more »
An element of the crime does not include that the minor must also be prosecuted for a crime.
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