The state senate recently approved bills to address carjackings and drug abuse in the state. Senate Bill 58 would create a specific felony of carjacking which could result in up to 15 years in prison and up to $50,000 in fines. In 2016, there were 464 carjackings in Milwaukee and 512 in 2015. Lawmakers are… Read More »
Police Search of Your Home | Wisconsin Search and Seizure Law
If law enforcement officers come to my house, what should I do? If the police or other law enforcement officers come to your home or apartment to gain entry, ask the officers if they have a search warrant. Before allowing officers into your home, request that they display the warrant through a window or simply… Read More »
Reduced Sentences for Drug Crimes - Wisconsin Drug Crime Lawyer
Nearly 6,000 federal prisoners are slated to be released from prison early as a result of reduced sentencing guidelines for drug crimes.The release, scheduled October 30 through November 2, 2015, is believed to be one of the largest one-time release incidents in U.S. history. The release is the result of thousands of deliberative case reviews… Read More »