In Wisconsin and all other states, communities are often thrown off kilter when one of their own is accused of a serious crime. Violent crimes occur in all types of neighborhoods and usually evoke strong emotions against those accused. The justice system of the United...
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Wisconsin authorities arrest local teacher for alleged sex crimes
In Wisconsin and all other states, there are very strict laws regarding sexual activity with minors. Those convicted of sex crimes may face extended time in prison and be forced to register as offenders for the rest of their lives. The outcome of each situation...
Drug crimes can carry severe penalties in Wisconsin
No one wants to go through life with a record of serious criminal offenses. However, convictions for drug crimes -- in Wisconsin or elsewhere -- can create lifelong issues. This is why any type of drug charge should be considered serious. Most people facing such...
Gone Phishing? You Could Face Jail Time.
Phishing is an attempt to fraudulently obtain someone's confidential information by impersonating or claiming partnership with a well-known business or organization. The goal of most phishing scams is to obtain financial information, such as bank account information...
White collar crimes in Wisconsin often involved financial fraud
Typically, it is logical to think of hiring an attorney if one is arrested under suspicion of a financial crime in Wisconsin. However, it often proves beneficial to retain legal guidance in such matters even before an arrest has taken place. In fact, an experienced...
Wisconsin hotel rooms may be locations of white collar crimes
When one checks into a hotel in Wisconsin or elsewhere in the nation, one does not typically expect police to arrive at the door asking to search the room. White collar crimes cover a wide genre of offenses, from tax fraud and money laundering to identity theft...
3 things to know about credit card fraud charges
While one's reputation is on the line with any type of criminal charge, a certain social stigma also comes with facing credit card fraud charges. Even for the person who is simply just charged -- and not convicted -- some may be quick to jump to judgment. This makes...
White collar crimes apparently on the rise in Wisconsin
Being accused of identity theft or other criminal mischief in Wisconsin does not constitute a person's guilt. As in all other states, anyone facing criminal charges is to be presumed innocent unless proved otherwise by a judge or jury. Penalties if convicted of white...
Past sex crimes cause ongoing challenges for many in Wisconsin
Some people in Wisconsin may be among those who have made decisions in life that, at some point, they regret. Most hope to have opportunities to overcome such obstacles and forge better paths for themselves in the future. When it comes to past sex crimes,...
Facing legal repercussions related to drug crimes in Wisconsin
Being accused of illegal drug activity in Wisconsin is a serious situation. One's good standing in the community is often on the line when allegations of drug crimes are leveled. Anyone charged with such crimes should remember that being accused is not the same...
