A recent policy change at the Milwaukee County House of Corrections has led to the re-introduction of “electronic monitoring” for those convicted of OWI or other misdemeanor offenses. Electronic monitoring, sometimes called “the bracelet” allows non-violent offenders to serve their jail time at home and at work. To be eligible, the sentencing court must allow …
Often when a business professional is accused of a criminal offense, whether white collar or otherwise, the response is the same: “How could he do that.” The accused is a good employee, family member, and a participant in the larger community. The sentiment becomes “if only the court/jury could hear what a good person he …
Individuals who have been arrested on drug-related offenses in Wisconsin may avail themselves to a “Diversion” or a “Deferred Prosecution Agreement” commonly known as a “DPA.” These agreements are ways that non-violent offenders can be funneled into substance abuse treatment and avoid the stigma of a criminal conviction. The Milwaukee County District Attorney’s office states …
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An arrest for marijuana is still a very serious matter in Wisconsin. Here are the potential penalties: Penalty Incarceration Fine Possession Any amount (first offense) misdemeanor 6 mos $ 1,000 Any amount (subsequent offense) felony 3.5 years $ 10,000 Sale or Delivery 200 g or less felony 3.5 years $ 10,000 200 – 1000 …
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Last month in State v. Meinhardt,Wisconsin’s Second District Court of Appeals articulated the standard for a defendant to expunge a criminal conviction. The decision contains no surprises as Wisconsin’s recently expanded expungement statute, § 973.015(1)(a), is relatively clear. Defendants seeking to expunge a conviction must be: 1. Under 25 years old at the time the offense …
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