Paul L. Douglas

Paul L. Douglas (September 19, 1927 – November 5, 2012) was an American lawyer and politician who served as Nebraska Attorney General from 1975 until his resignation in 1984.

Early life and education Douglas was born on September 19, 1927, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served two years during World War II, and later in the Korean War. Douglas attended Augustana University and the University of Nebraska College of Law. As a local prosecutor, Douglas was part of the prosecution team on the Charles Starkweather case. He took office as state AG in 1975, He was the only Nebraska official impeached in the 20th century. In accordance with the Nebraska Constitution, the Nebraska Supreme Court conducted the impeachment trial; in a per curiam ruling issued in May 1984, the court found him not guilty, allowing him to remain in office.

Douglas was indicted in June 1984, and was tried in Lancaster County District Court. on December 27, 1984.

Subsequent career Douglas resumed his career as a lawyer, practicing as a sole practitioner in Lincoln, Nebraska, until his death.

Personal life Douglas was married and was a member of the Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation in Lincoln.