“At what age does a person become an adult?” If you ask this question to the person you are nearest to at the moment, chances are they will confidently answer with “18”. After all, 18 years old is when you can buy cigarettes, apply for credit cards, play the lottery, and legally engage in various… Continue reading Wisconsin Juvenile Law and the Number 18
Federal Laws Threatens Your Rights
If you visit this blog regularly you know how we feel about the importance of seeking experience defense representation when charged with a federal crime. The stronger opponents and harsher penalties at the federal level make spending a significant chunk of your life in federal prison a real possibility. However, we think it is important to take… Continue reading Federal Laws Threatens Your Rights
3 Reasons to Fight OWI Charges
Defending against OWI charges is not a fool’s errand. There are three crucial reasons to fight back when charged with OWI in Wisconsin.
10 Year Federal Prison Sentence for Drug Trafficking
This press release tells us two things. One, federal prosecutors and the Drug Enforcement Agency would love to make an example out of you. Two, federal drug crimes come with harsh penalties. It is essential to have an experienced defense lawyer fighting for your rights if you are accused of a drug-related crime.
What are the Penalties for an OWI?
Jail time, fines, and increased insurance rates await you if you are convicted of OWI in Wisconsin.
The Rise and Fall of Prison Education
The 1994 crime bill decimated educational opportunities for inmates. Is the tide finally turning in the other direction? https://capitalbnews.org/pell-grants-prison-education/
What Federal Laws Have You Broken?
There’s a good chance you’ve broken the law without even realizing it. Yale Law professor Stephen Carter estimated in 2014 that 70 percent of Americans “have committed a crime that could lead to imprisonment.”
Lawmakers Seek Alternative to Jail for People With Mental Illness
If passed and signed into law, the bill would set aside funds for treatment alternatives and diversion programs for non-violent and low-level criminal offenses. https://madison.com/wsj/news/local/govt-and-politics/bipartisan-bill-seeks-to-foster-jail-alternatives-for-people-with-mental-illness/article_310b78c5-f9c8-5ee3-975f-14369d49441d.html
Supreme Court Justices Question State of Federal Sentencing Commission
One thing remains certain amid this uncertainty: federal crimes result in harsher sentences. It is crucial to have a defense attorney with experience in federal court if you are accused of federal crimes. https://www.cnn.com/2022/01/10/politics/sotomayor-barrett-federal-sentencing-commission/index.html
Federal Criminal Defense Is a Different Ball Game
If you or a loved one has received a target letter from federal prosecutors, it is time to make sure you have an experienced criminal defense lawyer on your side. However, not just any defense lawyer will do. You need a lawyer who has specific experience defending clients against federal charges in federal courts. The… Continue reading Federal Criminal Defense Is a Different Ball Game