Wisconsin is one of only nine states where 17 year old minors, are treated as adults in the criminal justice system. Every parent knows, and science and sociological studies back them up, that teens lack the maturity and have an underdeveloped sense of responsibility which can result in poor decision making - some very consequential.… Read More »
Expunging or Sealing a Marijuana Conviction in Wisconsin
San Francisco is set to expunge roughly 10,000 marijuana convictions dating as far back as 1975. Following a year-long review of past convictions since recreational marijuana was legalized, many California cities have been busily compiling lists expungement candidates, but San Francisco is leading the charge. Noting that a felony conviction can carry a stigma that… Read More »
Juvenile Solitary Confinement Phased Out
Following research showing that solitary confinement is psychologically damaging, especially to youth, a growing number of juvenile correctional agencies across the country are shifting away from the practice. Not surprisingly, solitary confinement has been tied to depression, paranoia, psychosis and even suicide. People with mental health issues are particularly vulnerable, and typically a large percentage… Read More »
Wisconsin Petty Theft - Juvenile Criminal Defense
Many parents do not believe that their children would ever shoplift, however both males and females from every economic, social and age group sometimes commit theft crimes. The reasons can range from need, behavioral issues, peer pressure to sport. Some research suggests that kids who seem to have the fewest problems are most likely to… Read More »