Archive for March 2015
Early Discharge from Probation in Wisconsin
Our experienced Waukesha Criminal Defense Attorneys are often asked if it’s possible to receive early discharge from probation in Wisconsin and what people can do to make it happen. To start with, this situation is only made possible by the court system when you have completed at least half of your probation term. The judge…
Read MoreHave Experienced Waukesha Lawyers Stand by You on OWI Felony Case
People convicted of OWI felony may be in for a tough time, but the competence of their legal representation could greatly help them survive the road ahead. In some cases, raising technicalities may give one that unexpected advantage.
Read MoreWaukesha Criminal Defense Attorney Pushes for ‘Light’ DUI Resolution
If a court has marked you as guilty on DUI charges but you dread the potential jail time, you must rely on your counsel to convince the court to reduce the penalty. It may be the only way to maintain your freedom and be on the path to full recovery. Gary Mihoces of USA Today…
Read MoreThe Conditions of Department of Corrections Supervision
In continuing our series on Probation, Parole and Extended Supervision in Wisconsin, today we are going to discuss the typical conditions of Department of Corrections supervision. As we mentioned in the first post, rules and regulations will usually be outlined specifically by the judge during your sentencing. Other conditions will be introduced by the Department…
Read MoreWorking with a Wisconsin Department of Corrections Agent
Today we will be continuing our series on Probation, Parole and Extended Supervision in Wisconsin, answering some frequently asked questions about working with a Department of Corrections Agent, to whom we’ll simply refer to as your agent in this article. How often and where will I meet with my agent? The frequency you will see…
Read MoreConsequences of Drunk Driving in Wisconsin
Wisconsin is among the states that rate the highest in drunk driving. In fact, more than 33,000 people were convicted for drunk driving offenses in the state in 2012. According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, alcohol-related crashes have killed 223 people and injured almost 3,000 in the same year, accounting for approximately 36% of…
Read MoreWhen Cops Plant Drug Evidence
It’s distressing enough to be arrested and made to spend time in jail over drug possession charges, and even more so if a person is completely innocent of them. TheFreeThought.com recently published an interview with a law enforcement officer from Florida (whose identity was withheld), who confessed to planting drug evidence and fabricating drug charges…
Read MoreProbation, Parole or Extended Supervision in Wisconsin
Wisconsin Probation and Parole: Over the next few weeks, we are going to be providing information that will apply to you if a judge has placed you on probation, parole or extended supervision in Wisconsin. This means you may complete your sentence outside of a correctional facility, instead of under the supervision of a Department of…
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