Wisconsin OWI laws – was there Probable Cause to Arrest you? The term “probable cause” is one you’ve likely heard several times in your life, but it can be a vague concept until you find yourself faced with charges related to operating while intoxicated, or OWI. The purpose of probable cause is to ensure that an officer’s investigation of you is justified and not the result of a hunch or random suspicion. The legal requirements surrounding probable cause can help...

Understanding Implied Consent for Wisconsin Drivers Police officers in Wisconsin who suspect someone of operating while intoxicated (OWI) will pull that driver over to confirm their suspicions. This may involve a field sobriety test and a breathalyzer test. You may have heard that you should refuse the test. Unfortunately, that is not true. Thanks to Wisconsin’s Implied Consent law, your choices are extremely limited once you’ve gotten behind the wheel after drinking or taking...

Facing Wire Fraud Charges In Wisconsin? Here’s What You Need To Know Wire fraud is considered a white collar crime. It is categorized with similar non-violent crimes that involve money such as theft, embezzlement, and counterfeiting, among others. Wire fraud is also a federal offense, so fines and penalties are severe. Defining Wire Fraud Wire fraud is similar to other types of fraud like bank fraud or check fraud; all are intended to defraud other people of money. The difference...

Car Accidents caused by Unlicensed Drivers The Automobile Club (AAA) may be known as a way to take care of car registration and get towing services, but it’s also a major researcher of road safety. These studies are valuable because they give you a good idea of what conditions on the road are really like, and what precautions you should take. One of the statistics they have looked at is how many drivers in car crashes are unlicensed or have something wrong with their license, such...

Drug Possession in Wisconsin -5  Potential Defenses Drug possession is a felony in Wisconsin, so it’s understandable that you’d want to fight the charges. However, be careful doing this because while there are potential defenses, what might look like an easy case to you can run into complications and obstructions if you don’t have good representation. You must meet with a lawyer to discuss possible defenses against a drug possession charge. Not Really Drugs It...