One of the most common questions we get from people when they first come into our office, whether they have been charged with possession of controlled substance, a DUI, or something else, is whether or not they should talk to the police. The answer, almost resoundingly, is no. Whether you were arrested or voluntarily went … Continue reading Should You Talk To The Police?
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How to Confirm A Nebraska Warrant
Arrest warrants are issued when someone has committed an offense of any kind. A judge will issue a warrant for arrest through the court and will pass it on the deputy sheriff. Then, the police take these individuals into custody as necessary. If you think you are going to be charged with a crime, including … Continue reading How to Confirm A Nebraska Warrant
How Social Media Can Earn You A Drug Charge
Most people don’t realize that it is incredibly easy to get into trouble simply because of what you post on social media. Even if your Facebook profile is closed and you have an under the radar Instagram account, you can easily get yourself in trouble. Whether you are posting about going to a concert when … Continue reading How Social Media Can Earn You A Drug Charge
Are Drug Field Tests Unreliable?
All over the United States, including in Nebraska, drug possession arrests and convictions all relate back to drug field tests. However, an experienced drug attorney understands that there is a possibility that the test kits used for field testing are not quite as reliable as we have been led to believe. In fact, they are … Continue reading Are Drug Field Tests Unreliable?
Why Is Meth So Popular In Nebraska?
The use of meth (or methamphetamine) has increased to extremely high levels within the last few years. It can legally be obtained through a doctor as a treatment for many different diseases or illegally on the streets. Since the drug is so addictive, it is very, very rarely prescribed by doctors except in the most … Continue reading Why Is Meth So Popular In Nebraska?
Defining & Defending A Wrongful Arrest
If you have been arrested, detained, or held against your will by the police, you might have been wrongfully arrested and should fight it. Whether it was a traffic stop or due to marijuana enforcement on the Nebraska Colorado border, you want to retain a lawyer who will help you fight for your rights. These … Continue reading Defining & Defending A Wrongful Arrest
Will Medical Marijuana Come To Nebraska?
There is a new petition going around to get medical marijuana legalization on the 2020 ballot in Nebraska. Previously, the state legislature has rejected attempts to establish some kind of medical cannabis program within Nebraska. As such, two Senators, Adam Morfeld and Anna Wishart formed a committee to get the issue before voters instead. Medical … Continue reading Will Medical Marijuana Come To Nebraska?
