Former Nebraska State Senator Dan McKeon reiterated his not guilty plea Monday in Lancaster County court, setting a court date in March on a disturbing-the-peace charge.
KLIN media partner 10/11 NOW reports that McKeon’s trial will begin March 19 at 2 p.m. The ex-lawmaker from Amherst was cited for misdemeanor public indecency by the Nebraska State Patrol in October, stemming from an incident at a post session party in 2025 where McKeon is accused of inappropriate touching a legislative staffer.
That charge was later downgraded to misdemeanor disturbing the peace charge. After an initial plea of no contest, McKeon changed his plea to not guilty.
The embattled lawmaker tearfully resigned his District 41 seat on the floor of the legislature on Jan. 13 as fellow lawmakers were prepared to take up a resolution to expel him.
Following the resignation, Governor Jim Pillen appointed former senator Fred Meyer of St. Paul to immediately fill the seat. Meyer will serve in that seat until a special election can be held in November.
If convicted, McKeon could face up to three months in jail, a $500 fine, or both.