Omaha NE DWI Lawyer

Drunk driving in Nebraska is referred to as driving under the influence. Parts of the country call the offense driving while intoxicated, or DWI. Both are serious crimes that are typically charged when the operator of a motorized vehicle has a blood alcohol content at or above .08%. Under Nebraska DUI/DWI law, it is also possible to be charged with DWI in NE with a BAC below the legal limit. A law enforcement officer simply needs to suspect impairment due to ingestion of alcohol or drugs or a combination of both.

Both a DUI and DWI can result in both immediate penalties and long-term consequences that could impact the rest of your life. A conviction for driving while intoxicated in Douglas County can lead to loss of license, jail, fines and reduced employment opportunities.

However difficult the situation may seem, you still have legal rights and the ability to challenge the charges filed against you. An arrest for DWI in Nebraska does not mean you are guilty.

Douglas County Nebraska DWI Lawyer Brendan Kelly has extensive experience specifically in drunk driving defense, and he can make a positive difference in the outcome of your case. He will use his knowledge of the DWI court system, the science associated with criminal defense and the complex Nebraska DWI laws to aggressively defend you.

Omaha DWI Lawyer Brendan Kelly will review the details of your arrest, and then outline your legal options and the ways the law firm can help you. The initial meeting is free and there is no further obligation. You have everything to gain, and time is important, so call (402) 455-1711 or fill out the consultation request form to the left.

The state laws establish two ways for a motorist to be charged with driving while intoxicated in Nebraska. One is registering a blood alcohol content at or above .08%. ‘Per se’ law establishes that level as the legal threshold for intoxication. BAC can be tested by breath, blood or urine test.

The other is when an officer suspects physical or mental impairment from alcohol, drugs, or both. This suspicion can be based on your performance during field sobriety tests, driving violations, such as weaving or an accident, and your physical appearance, including glassy eyes and slurred speech.

Douglas County DWI Attorney Brendan Kelly will challenge any evidence the police and prosecution may have, especially any based on the subjective judgment of the arresting officer. Brendan Kelly will question the probable cause for the initial traffic stop, review the maintenance and calibration records of the breath and blood testing equipment, study the arrest report and any video for errors in police procedure, and thoroughly investigate all details of your case.

The point is to make the prosecution prove its argument beyond reasonable doubt. If it does not, your case of DWI may be reduced, diverted or even dismissed.

After an arrest for drunk driving in Douglas County, the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles will initiate a civil case to administratively suspend your driver's license. Note that this is different from the criminal case. In fact, you could be found not guilty of DWI in Nebraska and still lose your license.

You have the right to challenge the suspension by requesting an administrative hearing with the DMV. You must do so, however, within 10 days of your arrest or you will automatically lose your driving privileges.

Nebraska DWI Attorney Brendan Kelly provides complete drunk driving defense, including help with the DMV hearing. Brendan Kelly can also advise you alternate license remedies. The bottom line is that having qualified legal guidance could result in saving your driving privileges.

Contact Omaha NE DWI Lawyer Brendan Kelly now for more information.

A conviction for even first offense driving while intoxicated in Nebraska can result in fines and court fees, a mandatory jail sentence and loss of driver's license. A charge of DWI can lead to the cancellation of auto insurance or the requirement of an expensive, high-risk policy.

The penalties associated with a DWI offense become increasingly more severe with each additional alcohol related arrest. They are also be influenced by having a blood alcohol content in excess of .15% at the time of arrest and whether you caused an accident with injury. A third offense for DWI in Nebraska is filed as a felony.

A conviction for DWI would also mean having a criminal arrest record, which could result in loss of existing job, limits on future employment opportunities and difficulties in opening a credit account or obtaining a mortgage.

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

Omaha, Nebraska DWI Attorney Brendan Kelly is an experienced trial lawyer who practices criminal law, especially the defense of those accused of alcohol related traffic offenses. He believes everyone deserves the right to affordable and professional legal services, and he has an excellent reputation of both aggressively protecting the rights of his clients and providing superior customer service. Attorney Brendan Kelly works for you.

The initial consultation is absolutely free and Douglas County Nebraska DWI Attorney Brendan Kelly will outline his fees before you sign anything. For your convenience, all major credit cards are accepted and, in most cases, the law firm can arrange for a payment plan that works with your budget.

Brendan Kelly has undergone the same training as law enforcement officers in the administration of Field Sobriety Tests. This gives him additional insight when challenging evidence. He continues to develop his legal expertise and understand emerging DWI defense strategies by regularly attending DWI related seminars.

Attorney Brendan Kelly received a juris doctorate from the Creighton University School of Law. He is admitted to the Nebraska Bar and the Colorado Bar, allowing him to practice law in all courts in those states. He is also licensed to practice law in the federal court system. Brendan Kelly is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the National College for DUI Defense, the Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys and the Nebraska Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys.

For a free consultation on your case, contact Omaha Nebraska DWI Lawyer Brendan Kelly by filling out the form to the left or calling (402) 455-1711. There is no further obligation and your inquiry will be kept strictly confidential. Call now and start getting the help you need and deserve.