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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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... Read 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?
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... Read more »
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