In October of 2021, the first person convicted under federal cyberstalking laws in Nebraska was sentenced to a year in prison. This provides a good opportunity to remind clients and the community that January is National Stalking Awareness Month. We are committed to...
Criminal Defense
facing criminal charges? here’s what happens at an arraignment
So you’re facing criminal charges. What happens at an arraignment? And then what happens after an arraignment hearing? It is understandable that you might feel a mixture of emotions. You may feel confused, scared, anxious, upset, angry, stressed out, or any number of...
Illegal Search and Seizure – Know What to do if it Happens to You
One of my clients recently “walked” after a special unit of the Nebraska State Patrol trained in drug enforcement caught him with about $40,000 worth of illegal drugs. Was it fancy lawyering that got him off? Well, I think it was good lawyering, but that’s not all. ...
Nebraska DUI Penalties Clickable Infographic – Your Freedom and Your License On the Line
If you're facing a DUI and want to know what you may be in for, look no further. I know the legal penalties of a Nebraska DUI are one of the first concerns when someone gets a pulled over for DUI, because it's most often the first thing clients ask when they come to...
Three Things You Should Know if You’re Charged with a Misdemeanor in Nebraska
Our criminal defense team at Hightower Reff Law helps good people in bad situations. We've done it for many years. We get it. When you're charged with a misdemeanor in Nebraska, the scariest part can be not knowing what to expect. That's why we try to make things as...
DUI Myths Debunked – Part I
There are a lot of urban legends, tall tales and misinformation going around about DUI laws in Nebraska. In other words, DUI myths. In this two part series - DUI Myths Debunked, Hightower Reff Partner Attorney and criminal law guru Susan Reff sets the record straight...
Domestic Violence and the Military: What to Know if It Happens to You
Sara Palin's son Track's recent arrest for domestic violence related charges has put the issue of veterans and domestic violence in the headlines. The Palin camp says that the army vet's service in Iraq resulted in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which...
Nebraska Domestic Violence Law – What You Should Know if You’re Accused
Hightower Reff Law has years of experience helping clients on both sides of Omaha Nebraska domestic violence cases - survivors and offenders. Whether you're a victim needing a protection order or someone accused of domestic violence, the domestic assault lawyers at...
What to Expect When You Get a DUI in Nebraska – Part II
Drinking and driving is never a good idea. The consequences of choosing to do it can turn your world and the worlds of innocent people upside down. If you get pulled over for drinking and driving in Nebraska, there will be a criminal process where you will face...
What to Expect When You Get a DUI in Nebraska – Part I
Drinking and driving is never a good idea. The consequences of choosing to do it can turn your world and the worlds of innocent people upside down. If you get pulled over for a DUI in Nebraska, there will be a criminal process where you will face financial penalties...