Nebraska § 28-1415 - Justification in property crimes.

Full text of Nebraska Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 28-1415 — Justification in property crimes., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 28-1415. Justification in property crimes.

Conduct involving the appropriation, seizure or destruction of, damage to, intrusion on or interference with property is justifiable under circumstances which would establish a defense of privilege in a civil action based thereon, unless:

(1) Sections 28-1406 to 28-1416 or the law defining the offense deals with the specific situation involved; or

(2) A legislative purpose to exclude the justification claimed otherwise plainly appears.

Source: official Nebraska text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Nebraska § 28-1415

What does Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 28-1415 cover?

Section 28-1415 ("Justification in property crimes.") 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 § 28-1415?

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Is this the official text of Nebraska law?

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