White collar crimes encompass many offenses such as tax fraud, insurance fraud, money laundering and embezzlement. A person charged with one or more of these offenses might feel that pleading guilty might result in a small prison sentence. However, many people...
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3 of your most important rights
After an arrest, police officers and prosecutors tend to do everything possible to make you believe you do not have rights. We see many people who fall victim to this type of persuasion. One of the best things you could do after an arrest would be to learn and...
What you need to know about Wisconsin’s open container law
Like with most other places, Wisconsin law prohibits the possession of open containers of alcohol. During these uncertain economic times, though, some Wisconsin bar and restaurant owners have started offering carry-out libations. Before picking up a to-go booze...
Detailing your duty to retreat
If circumstances happen to place you into a potentially threatening situation in Madison, you may feel completely justified having to respond with force to defend yourself and/or others/ What do you say, then, if your actions subsequently come under criminal...
What are standardized field sobriety tests?
What happens if Wisconsin law enforcement pulls you over on suspicion of DUI? You may face field sobriety tests. This is one of the first tools they may use in an attempt to determine your sobriety level. There are several things to know about field sobriety tests....
A drug conviction may jeopardize your student aid
Obtaining a four-year college education is not cheap in the Badger State. In fact, for the 2018-2019 academic year, the average cost of in-state tuition was nearly $16,000. Fortunately, if you qualify, government-backed financial aid can help you cover tuition and...
Do I need an ignition interlock device?
Since drunk driving is very dangerous, all 50 states have stringent laws against the practice. However, each state has slightly different laws and slightly different penalties. It is important to be aware of the laws in Wisconsin. Like many states, Wisconsin has an...
What is felony murder?
There is a range of different murder charges and related charges that could come from the loss of a life. One unique charge for murder is felony murder, which may not be exactly what you think it is. The Wisconsin State Legislature defines felony murder as the death...
How do DUI charges impact college students?
Young Wisconsin college students are often on their own for the first time. With this sort of freedom comes responsibility that not all people can face well right off the bat. It takes a lot of making mistakes and learning from them. But what about the serious...
How do you avoid painkiller addiction and a drug crime charge?
Your doctor may prescribe you a powerful painkiller to help you recover from a recent injury or medical procedure. You know when and how to take your medication, but do you know how to keep from becoming dependent on the medication? You do not want an attempt to...
