As an immigrant living in the U.S., you likely already know that the courts tend to divide crimes into misdemeanors (less serious) and felonies (more serious). You may therefore think that conviction of a misdemeanor will not affect your immigration status or make you...
Don’t ruin your back-to-college experience with a DUI
August will soon draw to a close. College students will soon return to their college campuses. Whether you are headed out of state or are returning to your Nebraska college or university, you will probably soon encounter alcohol. Many college students feel pressure to...
Is a DUI a felony in Nebraska?
Yes.It is possible to be charged with a felony DUI in Nebraska. As a general rule, your first and second DUI convictions are charged as misdemeanors.The third time you are arrested and charged with a DUI, you can be charged with either a misdemeanor offense or a...
Are DUI laws the same for commercial drivers?
Whether you are considering applying to become a commercial driver, or you currently hold a commercial driving position, it is important to understand the laws regarding drinking and driving because they differ from standard driving the laws. Tractor-trailer truck...
Nebraska DUI: Should I plead ‘wet reckless’?
In Nebraska, if you are arrested for the first time on charges of DUI, you have the option to request your Lincoln DUI lawyer ask for a wet reckless plea bargain. What is a wet reckless and what does it mean for your DUI case? Keep reading to find out more information...
What to expect during your DMV hearing
If you have been arrested for drunk driving or another DUI offense, it is critical that you contact a Lincoln DUI lawyer who understands the DMV hearing process. This is because many people who are charged with a DUI in Nebraska are not aware that they must schedule a...
DUI chemical test refusal in Nebraska
Have you ever wondered what would happen if you refused a blood, urine or breath test at a traffic stop?Over the last few years, society has shifted from an area of implicit trust of the police to constantly questioning and striving to understand our rights within the...
Visual cues for DUI arrest
Millions of people have been killed out on the highways of America because people chose to drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) developed a list of the most common driving cues police officers...
