When former NBA star Gilbert Arenas was indicted on federal charges, the evidence wasn’t just physical—it was digital. Texts, Google searches, and social media posts built the case. In Nebraska, these same tools are reshaping how criminal cases are prosecuted and defended. This post breaks down how digital evidence is used in court, what Nebraska law says about warrants and privacy, and what to know if you or someone you know is under investigation.

Can religious belief ever excuse a violent crime? In this post, we discuss the high-profile Chad Daybell case to explore how courts handle claims of faith-based motive, mental illness, and legal responsibility. Learn how Nebraska law treats religious belief in criminal trials, when the insanity defense applies, and why belief alone isn’t a shield from prosecution.