The justice process begins at the time of a crime report. Criminal defense typically begins when you are under investigation or at the time of your arrest. The Wisconsin Department of Justice has a detailed flow-chart graphic about the felony process. Please read on...
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Is it illegal to falsely accuse someone of a crime?
If you wrongly accused someone of a crime — whether intentionally or accidentally — you may worry what will become of you if the police find out. Will you face criminal charges? Will you go to jail? The answer all depends. According to FindLaw, the consequences for...
Potential consequences of Adderall misuse
Adderall is a prescription stimulant drug that treats attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and narcolepsy, a sleep disorder that causes severe daytime drowsiness. The misuse of Adderall is common in high schools and on college campuses, in part because of its...
An OWI conviction can impact your goals and personal liberties
From concerns about keeping your job to keeping your passport, the ramifications of an OWI mark on your record are far-reaching. The state of Wisconsin focuses on keeping intoxicated drivers off the road. However, depending on the level of offense, the issues you...
The consequences of underage drunk driving
If your teen is facing drunk driving charges or you are a young driver who is unsure about how these allegations will affect your future, it is crucial to review the penalties that come with underage drunk driving cases. When a young person is charged with driving...
What does it mean to plead insanity?
When facing criminal charges, you will go in front of a judge and enter a plea. In general, you can plead guilty or not guilty. However, there are many variations of a guilty plea that you can use. One of those is guilty by reason of insanity. According to FindLaw, a...
Which prescription drugs should you avoid driving on?
You have probably received lots of education in Wisconsin about the dangers of driving drunk. Yet something that many people do not consider is that driving on certain prescription medications can also land you with a DUI. The National Highway and Traffic Safety...
How to handle accusations of sexually assaulting a minor
Allegations of sexual assault are a serious situation. If someone falsely accuses you of sexually assaulting a child, you need to know what to do. After you hear that someone is accusing you of sexual assault, you may feel like there is nothing you can do about the...
How does Wisconsin’s demerit point system work?
The demerit point system is a way of keeping track of the moving traffic violations on your record. Points apply to your driving record upon conviction on charges of a traffic violation. You can face license suspension if you accumulate a sufficient number of points....
Calibration issues can affect breath test results
Wisconsin has implied consent laws, so if a police officer suspects you of OWI and pulls you over, you may find yourself facing a breath test. Although courts often rely on the outcome of these tests, accuracy issues might cast doubt on breath test results, which, in...
