Omaha NE DUI Lawyer

The offense of drunk driving in Nebraska is called driving under the influence. It is typically charged when a motorist registers a blood alcohol content at or above the legal limit of .08%. However, according to Nebraska DUI law, a law enforcement officer can suspect impairment from alcohol or drugs and initiate an arrest for DUI in NE with a BAC under the legal limit.

An arrest for driving under the influence in Douglas County can result in many financial, legal and social consequences that could negatively impact the rest of your life. They can include jail, loss of driver's license, fines and possibly even loss of job.

You still have legal rights and, under our system of law, you are innocent until proven otherwise. Hiring an experienced and qualified Nebraska DUI defense attorney can make a positive difference in the outcome of your case.

Douglas County Nebraska DUI Lawyer Brendan Kelly understands the DUI court system, the science required for a complete drunk driving defense, as well as complex DUI laws. He will use his experience and knowledge to aggressively fight the criminal charges filed against you, as well as help you with your potential driver's license suspension. Time is extremely important in a DUI case, so if you want the best result, act now.

Omaha DUI Lawyer Brendan Kelly offers a free, no obligation review of your case. He will study the details of your arrest and then be able to discuss your legal options. To schedule a meeting with Attorney Brendan Kelly, call (402) 455-1711 or fill out the consultation request form to the left.

There are two ways to be charged with driving under the influence in Nebraska. The first is a violation of ‘per se' law, which is when you have a BAC at or above .08%. This is usually determined through a breath, blood or urine test. The second is based on a perception of physical or mental impairment due to ingestion of alcohol, drugs, or both. An officer can use your performance during field sobriety tests, driving violations, such as weaving or an accident, and your physical appearance, including glassy eyes and slurred speech, to suspect impairment and make a DUI arrest.

All evidence can be challenged. Douglas County DUI Attorney Brendan Kelly will question the probable cause for the initial traffic stop, check breath and blood testing equipment maintenance and calibration records and review the arrest record for errors in police procedure.

An officer's decision to make an arrest for drunk driving in Douglas County can be subjective. Attorney Brendan Kelly will make the prosecution prove all of its points of argument. If it does not, there is an opportunity to get your case reduced, diverted or even dismissed.

Immediately following an arrest for driving under the influence in Nebraska, the Department of Motor Vehicles will seek to suspend or revoke your driver's license. An administrative case will be filed in civil court. This is separate from the criminal case but you will still benefit greatly by having legal representation.

The important thing to realize is that there is a very limited opportunity for you to try and save your driving privileges. You must petition for an administrative hearing within 10 days of your arrest or your license will be automatically suspended.

Depending on the specifics of your arrest, there may be additional license remedies available. For both immediate help and answers to your questions, contact Omaha NE DUI Lawyer Brendan Kelly.

The criminal penalties for DUI offenses are influenced by several factors, including your blood alcohol content at the time of arrest and whether you have any prior alcohol related traffic violations.

A conviction for first offense driving under the influence in Nebraska can lead to:

• fines of up to $500
• at least 7 and up to 60 days in jail
• loss of license for up to 6 months

With a BAC of .15% or higher, your license can be suspended for one year. With each subsequent offense, the length of the jail sentence increases, as do the fines and the possible license suspension. A third offense is filed as a felony.

Any DUI offense will probably led to loss of auto insurance or the need for expensive, high-risk coverage. Being found guilty will result in a criminal arrest record that could limit your employment options and even keep you from opening a credit account or obtaining a mortgage.

While each DUI is unique and results cannot be guaranteed, Douglas County DUI Lawyer Brendan Kelly will try to keep your arrest record clean. Protect your future by calling him now.

Omaha, Nebraska DUI Attorney Brendan Kelly practices criminal law, with a focus on DUI and alcohol related offenses. He is an experienced trial lawyer with over eighteen years of litigation experience. His career and reputation has been built on protecting the rights of his clients and seeing that his clients have access to affordable and experienced legal services. Attorney Brendan Kelly has the same training as the police in the administration of Field Sobriety Tests. He continues to develop his legal expertise to provide the most aggressive and cutting edge DUI defense strategies.

Attorney Brendan Kelly will tell you what his services cost up front, before you sign anything. In addition to accepting all major credit cards for payment of services, he offers convenient payment plans to work with your budget. He is an attorney you can talk with about your case, and he will return your calls.

Douglas County NE DUI Lawyer Brendan Kelly graduated from the Creighton University School of Law. He is permitted to practice law in all state courts in Nebraska and Colorado, as well as the federal court system. Attorney Brendan Kelly is a member of the Nebraska Bar Association, the Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys, the Nebraska Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, the National College for DUI Defense, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

To schedule a free no obligation consultation with Omaha Nebraska DUI Lawyer Brendan Kelly, fill out the form to the left or call (402) 455-1711. All inquiries are strictly confidential, so call now and start getting help with your DUI.