Classification of Crimes, Statute of Limitations, and Criminal Records
Classification of Crimes, Statute of Limitations, and Criminal Records
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Nebraska Misdemeanor Crimes by Class and Sentences
A misdemeanor crime is less serious than a felony. Nebraska has seven classes of misdemeanors: Class I through Class V misdemeanors, a Class IIIA misdemeanor and a Class W misdemeanor. Class I and Class W are the most serious misdemeanors.
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Nebraska Felony Crimes by Class and Sentences
In Nebraska, a felony is a criminal offense which is punishable by a year or more in prison. Nebraska has nine distinct classes of felony offenses...
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Nebraska Criminal Statute of Limitations
Nebraska's criminal statutes of limitations set "deadlines" for bringing criminal cases. Violent crimes generally have longer statutes of limitations, and some crimes (like murder and certain sex crimes) have no statute of limitations
DUI, Driving & Alcohol Related Crimes
DUI, Driving & Alcohol Related Crimes
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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.
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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
Drug Possession and Sale
Drug Possession and Sale
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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.
Theft-Related Crimes
Theft-Related Crimes
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Nebraska Misdemeanor and Felony Theft and Shoplifting Laws
Nebraska theft laws prohibit a wide range of conduct, including stealing, theft by deception, theft of services, receiving stolen property, and shoplifting. Learn how quickly theft adds up to a felony.
Weapons Laws
Weapons Laws
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Nebraska Concealed and Open Carry Gun and Weapon Laws
Nebraska is an “open carry” state, which means most adults may carry visible guns in most places. But the state requires a permit to carry concealed guns, and it outlaws possession of deadly weapons by certain people and in certain places.
Harassment, Bullying and Violent Crimes
Harassment, Bullying and Violent Crimes
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Misdemeanor Assault in Nebraska
In Nebraska, misdemeanor assault is an assault in the third degree and consists of intentionally, knowingly or recklessly causing bodily injury to another person, or threatening another in a menacing manner.
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In Nebraska, assault in the first degree consists of intentionally or knowingly causing physical injury to another and is a Class II felony.
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Nebraska Domestic Violence Laws
Domestic assault in Nebraska consists of intentionally, knowingly or recklessly causing physical injury to an intimate partner. Domestic assault can be a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the offender’s intent and the injury caused by the assault.
Sex Crimes
Sex Crimes
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Sixteen is the age of consent in Nebraska, and adults who engage in sexual activity with children under that age may face criminal charges for statutory rape (also called sexual assault).
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Transmitting an STD in Nebraska
A person who transmits a sexually transmitted disease (STD) to another person in Nebraska may be charged with a crime under Nebraska's assault or attempted murder statutes.