A property management coordinator for the Milwaukee Department of Neighborhood Services, whose duties include identifying possible drug houses in the community, has been charged with keeping a drug house herself. The woman, her son and another man are looking at felony charges of keeping a drug house, possession with the intent to deliver marijuana, and… Read More »
Archives for September 2015
Wisconsin Internet Sex Crimes Arrest on the Rise
There has been a steady increase in the number of internet sex crimes prosecuted in the U.S. Internet related sexual offending includes different crimes, but the largest number involves viewing, trading or producing child pornography. Other offenders use the internet to make contact with a person for sexual chat, exploitation or to arrange meetings to… Read More »
Wisconsin Plea Bargains…How to Decide What is Best for You
A typical plea arrangement involves a defendant pleading guilty to committing a crime usually in exchange for favorable treatment from the prosecution. This may result in a reduced sentence for the defendant and avoid a costly trial. Although an admission of guilt along with a guilty plea is typical, the Alford plea allows a defendant… Read More »
Wisconsin Rape Kits May Convict Some While Exonerating Others
Wisconsin is among the recipients of a grant intended to clear the back log of rape kits, potentially leading to the prosecution of some and clearing the name of others accused of rape. The money comes from settlements a New York prosecutor reached with international banks charged with violating sanctions. Much of the 800 million… Read More »