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Nebraska Petty Theft and Other Theft Laws
A person commits theft under Nebraska law by: 1. taking or exercising control over the movable property of another, with the intent to deprive the owner of the property, or 2. transferring immovable property of another -- or any interest in that property -- with the intent to benefit a person who is not entitled to the property.
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Shoplifting Charges in Nebraska
Shoplifting in Nebraska is a crime with serious penalties, including potential fines and jail time. In addition to facing criminal penalties, shoplifters can be sued by merchants in civil court to recover damages.
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Embezzlement is a kind of property theft. It occurs when a defendant, who was entrusted to manage or monitor someone else’s money or property, steals all or part of that money or property for the defendant’s personal gain.
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Driving on a Suspended License in Nebraska
In Nebraska, your license may be suspended or revoked for a number of reasons. It may be mandatory under the law, a judge may have the power to order it, or the state may administratively suspend or revoke your license. Regardless of the reason, you should not drive if your license was suspended or revoked. You may be charged with a crime if you are caught driving when you do not have a valid license.
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Nebraska Minor in Possession (MIP) of Alcohol Laws
Legal Age for Drinking or Possessing Alcohol In Nebraska it is illegal for anyone younger than 21 years old to possess, consume, sell, or dispense alcohol (with some exceptions, see below). An
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Possession of a Controlled Substance in Nebraska
All states regulate and control the sale of controlled dangerous substances (CDS), though each differs in its exact definition of CDS and the penalties for sale. Nebraska classifies not only well-known drugs like marijuana, heroin, and cocaine as CDS, but also the compounds used to manufacture them.
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Nebraska Sale of a Controlled Substance Laws
All states regulate and control the sale of controlled dangerous substances (CDS), though each differs in its exact definition of CDS and the penalties for sale. Nebraska classifies not only well-known drugs like marijuana, heroin, and cocaine as CDS, but also the compounds used to manufacture them.
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Marijuana possession, sale, and manufacture are regulated by both state and federal law. In Nebraska, marijuana is classified as a Schedule I substance, which means that it has a high potential for abuse and no generally recognized medical value.
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Driving Under the Influence of Marijuana in Nebraska
Driving under the influence of marijuana is a crime in Nebraska. This article explains the penalties imposed for DUI violations, but other laws regarding marijuana possession may also apply to drivers and passengers.
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The Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution permits American citizens the right to own guns. However, in addition to national compliance, each state has specific laws...
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Open and Concealed Gun Carry Laws in Nebraska
Nebraska protects the right to bear arms under Article I, Section 1 of the state constitution, but this does not mean that everyone may carry a gun, or that you may always carry a gun wherever you like. Nebraska requires a license to carry a concealed weapon on (or near) you body. (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 28-1202.) For more information on permitting laws, see Gun Permit Laws in Nebraska.