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my father gave me $14,000 so i could take care of things i needed to in my life. At this time of my life i couldn't open a bank account because of some decisions i decided to make in the past. So i had the money deposited into a so called "friend's" account that i thought i... View More 
answered on Nov 17, 2020
I am sorry to hear about your loss. It is terrible when someone we believe to be a friend turns around and takes advantage of us. You have a right to sue this person, but you will have trouble proving your case if you don't have anything in writing. If this person was mean enough to take... View More
I hold a harassment RO against a sibling in WI. The injunction requires them to avoid “causing” anyone from contacting me. Contact was to a mutual family member where they, unprompted, threatened to ruin me financially and lied about my conduct; a repeat of some of the behavior that the court... View More
answered on Oct 14, 2020
I believe that the Court would find this to be a threat through a third party. You would need to find exceptions to the hearsay rule to have these threats admitted into evidence. The third party receiving the communication would need to testify. A statement by the person It would be considered... View More
My ex and I had an agreement that he'd pay my cell bill since it's in his name if he can keep my tv which I'm still paying on. I only agreed because he changed the locks and wouldn't let me get my stuff unless he could keep the TV. It's a $2500 82 inch smart TV I just... View More
answered on Aug 18, 2020
Your question is not clear as to whether you are divorced or going through a divorce. If your divorce is not finalized, you can file an Order to Show Cause for a Temporary Order regarding such issues. If you are already divorced, you will need to follow the final Judgment provisions since those... View More
I was 17 years old when it happened. My sentence was 5 years prison time 5 years extended suppervision. Im 32 now and its the only blemish on my record.
answered on Jun 27, 2020
It is likely, but more information is needed, but you should probably work with a competent immigration and visa attorney in case there are discretionary issues that create confusion for you. There may be more than one option.
If the questions are improperly answered, and that is not... View More
answered on Mar 24, 2020
No. The conditions of bail are not violated by declining to accept an offer made by the District Attorney. You have the right to fight the case, which includes having motion hearings and a jury trial. You have the absolute right to advise the District Attorney that you are rejecting the offer.
answered on Mar 24, 2020
It’s likely that the employer misread the document or was influenced by the mere fact of the arrest. What you refer to as a background check is a document prepared by the Wisconsin Department of Justice Criminal Information Bureau (CIB) based on fingerprints taken when you were arrested. The fact... View More
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.
answered on Jan 6, 2020
They usually won't give it to the client. And there is no way for them to find you and get it to you before your court appearance. The State will give it to your lawyer and he can let you read it.
Am i still able to be revocated upon sentencing for new charges?
answered on Nov 20, 2019
If you're on probation and you're accused of violating your rules of probation, you can be revoked. Generally probation officers will force you to sit in jail on a probation hold while investigating the allegations against you. If that hold is released, that's certainly a good... View More
When I considered buyingt they brought out paperwork that asked all your information & if you're a felon. I know you don't need any paperwork for a pellet handgun
answered on Nov 20, 2019
As a felon, you are prohibited from possessing a firearm. "Firearm" means a weapon that acts by force of gunpowder to fire a projectile, regardless of whether it is inoperable due to disassembly. See, State v. Rardon, 185 Wis. 2d 701 (Ct. App. 1994). Therefore, as long as the pellet gun... View More
My wife hit me and I have a black eye, I pushed her off of me and left the house. She called PD and they issued a warrant for me. She said I punched her and that she didn't hit me at all. Now I'm being charged. Court is tomorrow 10-30-19
answered on Oct 29, 2019
I you feel you can represent yourself and obtain a reasonable bond, then you can take the chance.
You will eventually need one, so why not start now?
answered on Sep 6, 2019
Wisconsin is a “one party” wiretap state. It is not necessarily illegal to wiretap or record someone, without their knowledge or consent. Whether that recording can come into evidence is a different issue.
My girlfriend is being charged with theft. She supposedly stole a check, she didnt and I have messages from the guy asking me to cash a check. So can I use these in court?
Short version cops called for noise complaint was not our home after sever times calling wife lier I stepped in told him was not us I was on couch talking to son no music here he became extremely upset when I attempted to close screen door he than ripped off my door I called 911 asked for police... View More
My name is Jamal Gill and I currently reside in Jacksonville, FL. I am unemployed and desperately seeking help to possibly seal/expunge my record. I haven't been able to gain employment mostly due to my background. I have been working as a Customer service agent for 10+ years in Wisconsin, but... View More
answered on Jun 23, 2019
You really need to speak with a criminal attorney in private, and the manner in which your post was written suggested you might have been under the impression that you were dealing with a law firm. This is a public forum and it is important for you to be aware of that sooner than later.
A... View More
answered on Mar 18, 2019
In practical terms, the failure of officers to "knock and announce" does not usually mean that evidence taken or discovered from serving the warrant can be suppressed or excluded. The US Supreme Court took up this question in a case called Hudson v. Michigan, 547 U.S. 586 (2006), and... View More
Adams walch act? I am not registered . I did 60 days time , 1 year probation
answered on Mar 13, 2019
It's quite possible it will. You should consult an experienced immigration attorney for assistance with this matter.
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