Nebraska § 38-107 - Alcohol or substance abuse, defined.
Full text of Nebraska Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 38-107 — Alcohol or substance abuse, defined., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38-107. Alcohol or substance abuse, defined.
Alcohol or substance abuse means a maladaptive pattern of alcohol or substance use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress as manifested by one or more of the following occurring at any time during the same twelve-month period:
(1) Recurrent alcohol or substance use resulting in a failure to fulfill major role obligations at work, school, or home;
(2) Recurrent alcohol or substance use in situations in which it is physically hazardous;
(3) Recurrent legal problems related to alcohol or substance use; or
(4) Continued alcohol or substance use despite having persistent or recurrent social or interpersonal problems caused or exacerbated by the effects of the alcohol or substance use.
Source: official Nebraska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nebraska § 38-107
What does Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 38-107 cover?
Section 38-107 ("Alcohol or substance abuse, defined.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Nebraska, the codified statutory law of Nebraska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nebraska § 38-107?
A common citation format is "Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 38-107" (Nebraska). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Nebraska law?
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How does Nebraska § 38-107 apply to my situation?
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