If you are reading about Wisconsin self-defense law, then we can assume that you or a loved one has found themselves in need of legal defense. The most common question we hear is “What constitutes self-defense in Wisconsin?” and “How…
If you are reading about Wisconsin self-defense law, then we can assume that you or a loved one has found themselves in need of legal defense. The most common question we hear is “What constitutes self-defense in Wisconsin?” and “How…
Do you have the right to remain silent in Wisconsin? Yes. But remember, you still have to follow police orders. Do not fight back. Say, “I am going to remain silent,” “I want a lawyer,” or “I am invoking my…
One of the most common questions we get from clients is “What is an arraignment?” An arraignment is where the court formally tells you the charges against you and asks you to enter a plea so your criminal case can…
Are you wondering if it’s legal to carry a knife in Wisconsin? The answer is: Yes. Wisconsin generally allows adults to carry knives openly or concealed, regardless of blade length, but restrictions can apply for people prohibited from possessing firearms,…
Being at a traffic stop can be a stressful thing, especially if you are not certain of your rights or how to defend them. When police pull you over, you may be surprised to know that they do not have…
Understanding the criminal court system can seem confusing and complex. Often, there can be multiple charges for one incident making the situation feel overly complicated. Mayhem and battery can be charges that seem similar and difficult to distinguish. While they…
Somewhere between a police officer letting you go about your business and arresting you and hauling you to jail is the officer stopping you on the street. Being detained by a cop is not the same thing as getting arrested….
A conviction does not happen overnight. For a person to be convicted in Wisconsin, they must have gone through all of the required steps of the prosecution. The number of steps that a person has to take after being charged…
Under the Sixth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, you have the right to have an attorney alongside you to advise and represent you at any time after the police arrest you. Besides trial, your right to an attorney includes pretrial…