In Wisconsin, sexual contact with children under 18 years old may result in criminal prosecution. “Statutory rape” means that sexual contact is illegal, even if consented to by the parties, based upon the age of the parties. Sexual contact with a minor 12 years of age or younger and a person of any age is… Read More »
Wisconsin Man Arrested on Sexual Assault Charges
Readjusting to society after a person has served a jail sentence can take some time. It is important to be aware of the terms of parole, if applicable, and to understand what may happen if another crime is committed. Allegations of sex crimes can be especially damaging to a person’s reputation, even more so if… Read More »
Are Courts Pulling Back the Right to Counsel in Wisconsin?
If you’ve ever watched a police procedural show on television, or if you’ve had a personal encounter with law enforcement, you’re probably somewhat familiar with the Miranda Warning. The Miranda Warning is a listing of rights afforded to the accused, and police must deliver it before diving into any line of questioning once a suspect… Read More »
Wisconsin’s DNA collection initiative challenged by Supreme Court case
In February 2013, Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker and Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen announced a budget initiative, which aims to expand DNA collection to those arrested on felony charges. Under Wisconsin’s current law, DNA is taken only from convicted felons and those convicted of a few misdemeanors.
US Supreme Court limits police officers’ ability to force a blood test
The U.S. Supreme Court recently issued its ruling on an important case involving a warrantless blood test on an individual suspected of drunk driving. The Court said a warrant must be obtained before performing a blood test on an individual against his or her wishes except when it is reasonable and urgent to forgo a… Read More »
2 Milwaukee men charged with felony murder
Two Milwaukee men have been charged with felony murder in relation to a Jan. 29 robbery in the 5300 block of N. 58th Street. According to reports, two 19-year-old males and a 20-year-old male allegedly conspired to rob a beer truck. It appears that the men came up with the plan to rob the truck… Read More »
Milwaukee couple charged with felony forgery
A Milwaukee couple is facing criminal charges after being arrested on Feb. 26. According to reports, the 21-year-old woman and the 26-year-old man were allegedly forging prescriptions in attempt to get OxyContin, a prescription painkiller similar to heroin that is known for being abused by addicts. The two were arrested in Menomonee Falls after a… Read More »
Man Accused of Bringing Cocaine In From Out Of State
A 40-year-old Wisconsin man was accused of selling cocaine in Marion County. After being detained during a controlled buy, the man was taken to North Central Regional Jail and held on a $50,000 bail bond. He has been charged for possession with intent to deliver cocaine. The investigation into the man’s alleged drug crimes is… Read More »
Fight Leads To Elder Abuse Charge
A 52-year-old Wisconsin man was taken into custody after employees of his father’s residential facility witnessed a fight between the two men and called the police. Reports of the incident were unclear as to the extent of the father’s disability, but the man was charged with abuse to an at-risk individual as well as disorderly… Read More »
Wisconsin’s Illegal Gambling Machines Fall Victim to Scams
Gambling machines in the Milwaukee area are being scammed by some of their patrons, but prosecuting the scammers is difficult. The gambling machines are illegal in Wisconsin, and in some situations the theft is going unpunished. Patrons usually scam the gambling machines in one of two ways. They either collect winnings from the bar after… Read More »
