Your First OWI in Wisconsin will significantly impact your life
Many people believe that the first offense for an OWI in Wisconsin will
bring a slap on the wrist. Mistakes happen, after all. Unfortunately, this is
not the case. An OWI arrest brings real consequences that can impact you for
the rest of your life. For this reason, if you are charged with OWI in Madison,
you should retain an experienced attorney to help.
Monetary Penalties
Your first OWI offense counts as a civil conviction....
Understanding Attorney-Client Privilege
Written by Mark Eisenberg on . Posted in Blog, Criminal Defense.
What is protected by Attorney-Client Privilege?
Attorneys hear all kinds of information from their clients. If you speak
with an attorney, you may be nervous about what you should tell him or her. You
want your lawyer to help you, but you may have information that you don’t want
to get out. Fortunately, your
communication with your attorney(s) is protected by Attorney-Client Privilege. What does this mean?
The law creates privileges and protections for your communications...
2nd Offense Marijuana Possession In WI
Written by Mark Eisenberg on . Posted in Blog, Criminal Defense.
3 Must-Know Facts About 2nd Offense Marijuana Possession In Wisconsin
As marijuana laws
change around the country, the use and consumption of marijuana becomes more
socially acceptable. There’s also a chance that people will start to dismiss
the legalities of marijuana possession in Wisconsin from their minds. This is a
mistake since it’s still illegal to possess, sell, or manufacture marijuana in
our state.
A first offense for
possession of marijuana is a misdemeanor that...
Credibility Plays a Role When Prosecuting Sexual Assault Cases
Written by Mark Eisenberg on . Posted in Blog, Criminal Defense.
Get an experienced Madison WI sexual assault attorney to represent you
It’s not unusual for a sexual assault accusation to end up in court long
after the alleged attack occurred. This can lead to a lack of evidence and give
the case a “he said, she said” quality. The legal representation on
both sides is left with presenting or attacking credibility to make their
cases. This can be frightening for the people whose lives will undergo scrutiny,
but there are parts that are...
Private Criminal Defense Attorney vs. Public Defender in Wisconsin
Written by Mark Eisenberg on . Posted in Blog, Criminal Defense.
A criminal defense attorney has several advantages over a public defender
In Wisconsin, as in every state, you have a right to legal representation as
a criminal defendant. If you are arrested, you can choose between paying for a
private criminal defense attorney or accepting a public defender for your case.
While either choice will give you a licensed attorney with experience in
criminal law, a private criminal lawyer presents important advantages. If you
are able to hire an experienced,...