6 Questions About Disorderly Conduct Charges in Wisconsin Disorderly conduct is a Class B misdemeanor in Wisconsin. The charges stem from arguments, altercations, and disagreements and are one of the easiest of charges to levy against a person. Disorderly conduct is defined by Wisconsin State Statute 947.01(1) as: “Whoever, in a public or private place, engages in violent, abusive, indecent, profane, boisterous, unreasonably loud or otherwise disorderly conduct under circumstances in...

4 Common Defenses Against OWI Charges in Wisconsin Wisconsin driving laws are strict, particularly when it comes to OWI charges. An OWI conviction can lead to the loss of your driving privileges, fines, and even jail time, which is why they should never be taken lightly. Prosecutors rely on physical evidence to prove OWI cases. Therefore, defense strategies center on disputing this evidence. This often comes down to examining whether or not proper procedures were followed or questioning...

The Complexities of Domestic Violence Investigations in Wisconsin Domestic violence makes the news all too frequent. While we may see splashy headlines or an overabundance of reporting on cases involving high-profile individuals, we rarely hear much about the investigation and the ultimate resolution of these cases. That is because these types of cases can be challenging to investigate. The Challenges of Investigating Like all criminal complaints, an accusation is taken seriously by...

Avoiding Marijuana Drug Charges in Wisconsin As more and more states legalize marijuana, it is easy to let down your guard and think it is not a big deal here in Wisconsin. That could not be further from the truth. Although there have been movements to decriminalize marijuana in the state, it has not happened yet. It is still illegal to use or be caught with marijuana here and doing so will result in marijuana drug charges. You Risk State and Federal Charges Marijuana use remains illegal...

Should I Talk to the Police After an Arrest in Wisconsin? People who are arrested often wonder “Should I talk to the police?” On the one hand, talking to the police seems like the best way to tell your side of the story, clear up any misunderstandings, and get out of jail sooner. On the other hand, our Wisconsin criminal defense attorneys would advise you to not speak to the police without an attorney present. Why Shouldn’t I Talk to the Police? The reason why defense attorneys advise...