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My step daughter had been disrespecting her mom,and I finally got tired of it. So I hit her with the belt 3-4 times. But she has been in and out of trouble for the last 2yrs,but the system won't do nothing to her.Now my other ? is,now that she has moved to Oklahoma with her dad. What are my... View More 
answered on Jan 7, 2020
This offense would be a class H felony, exposing you to six years in the state prison system and/or a $10,000 fine.
There are also many other consequences to becoming a convicted felon.
I highly recommend that you get an attorney on board as soon as possible.
I am wondering if the search was legal because i was not arrested yet and she went in my pockets without a reason or if I'm like still under investigation are t they gonna raid my house i don't want my children here for that i don't understand i thought charges got filed right away... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2019
Often, criminal complaints (aka “charges”) are not actually filed until your first scheduled court date.
If it is your first OWI, it is also very possible that all of these offenses might be handled as civil ordinance violations and not criminal charges.
It is pretty complex... View More
car accident, can the university be held responsible?
answered on Aug 6, 2018
Not necessarily in a criminal sense. Normally, there might be the chance of civil liability. But, most universities have sovereign immunity based on their relationship to the state.
answered on Apr 12, 2018
Unfortunately, if you get convicted, you are looking at a drivers’ license revocation And an IID. I highly recommend that you seek counsel to help you with this matter.
answered on Feb 12, 2018
Although returning the items would be admirable, it does not erase the crime itself.
Your son is just beginning his adult life and it would be sad to see this affect him in a permanent manner. I strongly suggest obtaining counsel.
Will they show conversation texts and pictures/posts that were sent and received to his phone?
answered on Feb 9, 2018
It will all depend on whether there are motion hearings or a trial in your husband's case. These are "evidentiary" hearings where such things may be put on the record. I strongly suggest that your husband obtain counsel as soon as possible. We would be happy to discuss the matter with him.
answered on Feb 9, 2018
It all depends on whether a crime was committed. Feel free to contact us if you have any more questions.
Correction: class I felony ,$750
answered on Feb 6, 2018
Maybe, maybe not, possibly probation for a clean record and NO PRIORS. Contact us we'll discuss your case absolutely Free
He was arrested for disorderly conduct during his high school basketball game after removing his jersey and throwing it at his coach and then yelling and swearing and punching a locker on his way to the locker room. I understand that at 17 the state of Wisconsin considers him an adult for the... View More
answered on Feb 9, 2018
I would say that YOU have no rights, per se. But, your son should exercise all the rights that HE has in fighting this prosecution.
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