Drug crime allegations can vary considerably in the types of charges they could result in a person facing. Some drug allegations lead to misdemeanor charges. Other drug crime accusations can cause a person to face high level felony charges. Thus, what drug crime cases...
Year: 2015
Food stamp fraud investigations
Many people here in Wisconsin receive benefits from a government program. There are a variety of such programs in the state. One such program is FoodShare, Wisconsin's food stamp program. Under certain circumstances, a food stamp recipient may find themselves under...
Defendants need legal assistance for white collar crime charges
White collar crime in Wisconsin does not seem like a big problem to most residents. Even when the accusations fly, many do not take the allegations seriously, believing they are not particularly serious. However, if a conviction does occur, the defendant will like...
Drug crimes: Your right to a speedy trial
In all criminal cases, including those involving alleged drug crimes, the defendant has a constitutional right to have a speedy trial. Specifically, it is the Sixth Amendment of the constitution that governs the rights of criminal defendants. Arguably, one of the most...
The importance of criminal intent in underage pornography charges
In today's digital environment full of clickable links and misleading headlines, it is easy to end up on a website full of illegal images. Links to underage pornography can even appear in an otherwise authoritative-looking email, just waiting to ensnare curious...
What does official misconduct mean?
In Wisconsin, official misconduct occurs when a public official engages in any illegal or improper acts. In addition to being a criminal offense, official misconduct is a violation of the official's duty to serve the public good rather than his or her own personal...
Avoid the impact of drug charges with a solid defense
Allegations of drug crimes anywhere in America should be taken seriously, including in Wisconsin. Like other states, Wisconsin imposes severe penalties with a roster of prosecutors that seek conviction with aggression. Even minor drug possession charges can result in...
Accused of copyright infringement? Seek legal help right away
Creative works and intellectual property are usually born from passion. Often, the creators of these works like to share them with other people. Today's digital technology makes this kind of sharing easier than ever, but it may also leave creative works at risk of...
Court terminology that may pertain to your case
Being charged with a federal crime is one of the most frightening experiences one can have. You are probably already feeling overwhelmed and afraid of what the future may hold. However, when those legal terms begin to flood the courtroom, it could cause you even more...
Fighting against false allegations of sexual assault
Allegations that you have committed a sex crime can change your life in many negative ways, even if you are innocent. Often, legal cases involving sexual assault can quickly become public knowledge, leaving the defendants vulnerable to damage against their reputation...