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 …
National studies indicate 95% of charged criminal cases result in some kind of negotiated settlement commonly known as a “plea bargain.” The criminal justice system could not function if every defendant exercised their right to trial – there are simply not enough courtrooms, judges, jurors or prosecutors to try every case. However, the government has …
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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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Business offenses such as embezzlement, fraudulent up-coding or over-billing, or misreporting of sales or income can be committed by high-level executives or lower-level staff members. Whatever the position of the wrongdoer, their actions will most likely be discovered. A person who may have commited a business offense must analyze their exposure to liability and make …
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In a recent unpublished opinion[1], the Wisconsin Supreme Court reminds us of the State’s right to use uncharged and unproven conduct in their sentencing arguments. The opinion highlights the need for defense attorneys to: 1. Be precise when negotiating a plea bargain. A plea bargain is, after all, an extremely important contractual arrangement between a …
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