Nebraska § 60-556 - Surrender of license and registration; failure; department to obtain possession; peace or law enforcement officer; duties.
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§ 60-556. Surrender of license and registration; failure; department to obtain possession; peace or law enforcement officer; duties.
(1) Any person (a) whose license or registration shall have been suspended as herein provided, (b) whose policy of insurance or bond, when required under sections 60-501 to 60-569, shall have been canceled or terminated, or (c) who shall neglect to furnish other proof upon the request of the department shall immediately return his or her license and registration to the department. If any person shall fail to return to the department the license or registration as provided herein, the department shall forthwith direct any peace officer or authorized representative of the department to secure possession thereof and to return the same to the department.
(2) It shall be the duty of the peace officer or law enforcement officer who is directed to secure possession of the license and registration under subsection (1) of this section to make every reasonable effort to secure the license and registration and return such to the department or to show good cause, as that is determined by the department, why such license or registration is unable to be returned.
Source: official Nebraska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nebraska § 60-556
What does Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 60-556 cover?
Section 60-556 ("Surrender of license and registration; failure; department to obtain possession; peace or law enforcement officer; duties.") 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 § 60-556?
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Is this the official text of Nebraska law?
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How does Nebraska § 60-556 apply to my situation?
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