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Case transcripts advise that court found that a risk reduction sentence was not appropriate. Is there any way to challenge this or request a risk reduction sentence when this was notated?
Defendent is in jail with bond conditions however they cannot meet the monetary amount, can they have contact with the person that the courts stated no contact with as part of bond conditions? The person isn’t a witness or a victim.
According to the legislation, if you did a white collar crime of theft without physical harm and you paid your restitution according to the court requirements your charge would be changed from felony to a misdemeanor. The only reason why I need this change to find work and find housing.... View More 
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
You’ve done the hard work by paying your restitution, and it’s understandable that you’re seeking to move forward with your life. The good news is that recent changes in legislation might offer you the opportunity to have your felony reduced to a misdemeanor, which could significantly improve... View More
The house is on the name of the sister, of the brother and of my husband. My cousin come pick me pick up, I invited her to come inside at the entrance of my house. The owner which is the sister try to convince my cousin that I am a bad person. She defend me and it turns into an argument. The owner... View More
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answered on Jul 28, 2024
It sounds like a difficult situation. As a resident of the house and your husband's legal wife, you should have the right to invite guests into your home. However, when multiple owners are involved, their wishes can also impact what happens in the home.
If your husband's siblings,... View More
I have already been given two citations one for theft one for property damage but never stolen anything.
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
I understand you're asking about a complex legal situation involving public shaming and potential false accusations. Let me break this down:
1. Public shaming: Generally, it's not legal for a business or public place to publicly shame individuals, especially if the information is... View More
According to Washington State legislation RCW 9.94A.589 I have committed only one crime due to it being run concurrent my other crime does wisconsin view ot the same way
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answered on Jun 10, 2024
In Wisconsin, sentences that run concurrently mean that multiple sentences are served at the same time, but this does not necessarily mean that the offenses are considered as a single crime. Each offense is still recognized individually, even though the sentences overlap. This is similar to the... View More
The Victim was left in a ditch for dead and a Neighbor whom came to drop off vegetables found him Naked, Sunburned and almost dead from dehidration and Kidney's shutting down, he was Airlifted to a nearby Hospital where he layed in a coma and had a Brain Injury,and was Severly Sunburned. After... View More
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answered on Jun 1, 2024
It sounds like you have witnessed a terrible injustice, and your desire to seek justice for the victim is commendable. The situation you described involves severe negligence and possibly criminal actions that need to be thoroughly investigated. To address this, you should start by gathering all the... View More
I have a case that was dismissed in the District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin and the Sauk County Circuit Court. A Department of Justice investigation was completed with the same facts and defendants in the dismissed cases but not released to the public. I have not gotten the DOJ... View More
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answered on May 27, 2024
If you discover new evidence in a dismissed case, you have several options to consider for reopening the case. First, you can file a motion to reconsider or a motion to reopen the case in both the District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin and the Sauk County Circuit Court. In your... View More
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answered on May 2, 2024
The concept and charge of felony murder is based upon the fact that, in course of committing a felony, there is a murder. States take different approaches in their statutes/laws as to what types of felonies qualify as the underlying predicate felony for a felony murder charge, as well as who is the... View More
I've been contemplating the idea of purchasing a firearm for home protection. (Milwaukee, WI)
However, I've had a "battery" misdemeanor in the past. As well as a TRO (expired).
I'm interested in having a knowledgeable resource (lawyer) help me better... View More
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answered on Mar 22, 2024
In Wisconsin, the background check for firearm purchases will review your criminal record, mental health history, and any past restraining orders. If you've had a misdemeanor for battery, it generally doesn't automatically disqualify you from owning a firearm unless it was classified as... View More
My mom recently was moved into a nurs hm to recover from pressure sores. She has been taking 2 meds to handle diabetes. These were refilled as needed by the facility she was living in. When she moved to the nursing home, one of those RXs expired and was not refilled. That happened 2 months ago.... View More
answered on Mar 23, 2024
A Wisconsin attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. In general, the short answer is "no," unless there was some kind of formal caretaker relationship established. And it doesn't sound like a situation of abuse or neglect; it sounds like an innocent... View More
Contractor theft less than 1000.00
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answered on Jan 19, 2024
If you have an arrest warrant for a non-felony charge, such as contractor theft under $1,000 in Wisconsin, the process of turning yourself in typically involves going to the law enforcement agency or the county jail where the warrant was issued. It is advisable to contact an attorney before... View More
I'm saying I've never been a felon, I bought the gun legally, & I'm a legal citizen so how can they tell me there going to keep my gun? doesn't that violate my 2nd amendment rights?
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answered on Jan 16, 2024
No, the court generally does not have the right to confiscate someone's legally purchased handgun if they have never been convicted of a felony and are legally permitted to own the gun.
A few key Constitutional principles here:
- The 2nd Amendment protects the individual right... View More
1st degree reckless homicide case is 4 years old, prosecution cancelled 3 times now, 10 days ago at finAL pretrial the da admitted that they didn't know where the witness lived any more and has failed to subpoena in the last 9 months since the last cancellation. the judge asked if all... View More
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answered on Jan 6, 2024
The sudden appearance of 454 pages of discovery, especially after the prosecution confirmed no new discovery, can be a significant issue in a criminal trial. In a first-degree reckless homicide case, all relevant evidence is crucial for a fair trial. If you've been requesting these documents... View More
I was denied a permit to purchase in WI. Am I also banned from possessing a firearm in WI? My MN permit to purchase and conceal is good through 2025 but I'm now a WI resident. My full record is in the MN system. Is there any way to restore my gun rights in WI? I read the only way may be by... View More
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answered on Jan 1, 2024
Navigating gun rights restoration can be complex, especially when moving between states. In your case, having had your gun rights restored in Minnesota does not automatically grant you those rights in Wisconsin. Each state has its own laws regarding the possession of firearms by individuals with... View More
Domestic violence case the alleged victim even admitted I didn’t strike her while under oath on the stand. The DA was able to say anything he wanted. But I was held in a motion of limine. I could only ask questions about the argument we had. No other evidence from me the defendant was allowed.
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answered on Dec 24, 2023
A motion in limine is a legal motion used in court to limit or prevent certain evidence from being presented during the trial. It's typically used to ensure that evidence presented is relevant and not overly prejudicial. In your case, if a motion in limine was granted that restricted your... View More
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answered on Dec 8, 2023
In Wisconsin, you are not required to attend a court date if you were never served with official court documents, as the Constitution guarantees your right to due process, which includes proper notification of legal proceedings against you. Without being served, the court lacks personal... View More
No other priors
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answered on Dec 5, 2023
In Wisconsin, whether you can purchase a gun while having a harassment restraining order against you depends on the specific terms of the order. Since your restraining order does not include firearm restrictions, it may not automatically prohibit you from purchasing a firearm. However, it's... View More
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