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 …
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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In a recent unpublished opinion[1], the Wisconsin Supreme Court reminds us of the State’s right to use uncharged and unproven conduct in their sentencing arguments.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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