Back in December of 2019, the U.S. Attorney General announced the launch of Operation Relentless Pursuit, an initiative aimed at combating violent crime in a handful of cities across the U.S. including Milwaukee. Local law enforcement and federal agents are working toward reducing gun violence and drug trafficking in major cities, taking into custody those… Read More »
Recklessly Endangering Safety Charges
A Fond du Lac man has been arrested and charged with suspicion of “eluding an officer”, “first degree recklessly endangering safety,” and multiple drug and traffic citations after leading police on a high speed chase during a traffic stop. Failing to stop for an officer is one thing - maybe you did not see the… Read More »
Wisconsin Castle Doctrine
Although the possessor of real property owes no duty of care to a trespasser and are within their legal rights to defend themselves against imminent danger, home owners who use force against an intruder often come under fire in a debate over whether the force used in self-defense was appropriate for the situation. In Wisconsin,… Read More »
Wisconsin Age of Consent Law Misleading
With so many young adults meeting online these days, potential problems exist when someone over the age of 18 and someone under the age of 18 become romantically involved. Sometimes young people do not realize that they may be committing a crime when they enter into a sexual relationship with another young adult who may be… Read More »
Wisconsin Statute of Limitations
Under the law, the statute of limitations prohibits prosecutors from charging someone for a crime they allegedly committed more than a specified number of years ago. Criminal statute of limitations ensure that criminal trials are based on the most reliable evidence available considering evidence can deteriorate with the passage of time. Witness testimony can get… Read More »
Fighting Disorderly Conduct Charges
Police responding to a call regarding a fight arrested a Waukesha man on suspicion of disorderly conduct while armed after finding him in a backyard yelling while wielding a bat. When emotions run high, people can find themselves running afoul of the law resulting in criminal charges. Engaging in violent, abusive, indecent, unreasonably loud or… Read More »
Domestic Violence Defense Lawyer
In 2020, domestic violence has increased in the Milwaukee metro area with nearly half of all homicides related to domestic or family violence this year. While many have expressed concerns that stress related to the shutdowns has resulted in the uptick of domestic violence issues, domestic violence has been a serious problem in the Milwaukee… Read More »
Early Termination of Probation
The purpose of probation is to provide offenders an opportunity to serve their sentence in lieu of, or in addition to, incarceration. Probation allows an offender to reside at home and lead a relatively normal existence including holding a job, taking part in recreation, or even being a parent - activities that are limited, if… Read More »
Ignorance Is No Defense Against Criminal Charges
Ignorance of the law is no excuse, but there are crimes that are so obscure that many do not realize they are on the wrong side of the law. Since the 1950’s, the number of criminally enforceable state and federal rules and regulations have exploded resulting in “laws so voluminous that they cannot be read…so… Read More »
Criminal Conviction Pardon
Pardons play a very important role in our criminal justice system and society by giving people a second chance. If you or a loved one is interested in pursuing a pardon it is important to work with an experienced Wisconsin criminal defense attorney. The Difference Between a Pardon and Expungement Many who have a conviction… Read More »