Computer crimes may not seem the same as theft. However, in Wisconsin, the law regards data as property. Here is what the law has to say about offenses involving computer data. Data definedFor information, facts, instructions, ideas or knowledge to become data,...
Year: 2018
Understanding Wisconsin’s identity theft laws
Identity theft-related criminal charges carry serious penalties in Wisconsin, and in some cases, you may end up having to serve considerable time behind bars if convicted of such a crime. In some instances, offenders find themselves in trouble because they were...
Recent trends in white collar crime
On average, companies lose around $500 billion dollars per year on white-collar crime in the United States. The average company loses at least 6 percent in total revue for the year, and thousands of innocent employees lose their jobs and life savings as a result. In...
Can I share a prescription with a loved one?
No one wants someone they love to suffer, especially when you think you can help. You may have access to medications through your own prescription, and if you think they can ease your loved one’s pain, you may want to give them a few doses – especially if...
Incident leads to domestic violence charges in Wisconsin
Many couples have experienced disagreements in their relationships. While these scenarios may lead to heated arguments, they may rarely culminate into threats or acts of physical violence. Unfortunately, a 54-year-old woman has been arrested and is facing...
2 facing multiple drug crimes charges in Wisconsin
Upon receiving information on the possible presence of drug activity, law enforcement agents will generally initiate an investigation into the matter. Being the subject of such an investigation can be a harrowing experience, and should this lead to allegations of drug...
Investigation into vacant building leads to drug crimes charges
Being accused of involvement in illicit drug activity can be a frightening process. Those who encounter allegations of drug crimes may feel somewhat unnerved by the experience, and they might be uncertain how to respond upon being questioned by authorities. A woman...
3 facing drug crimes charges following incident in Wisconsin
Three individuals have been arrested and accused of involvement in drug activity after authorities received reports of suspicious behavior in Wisconsin. A conviction for drug crimes carries serious consequences that could have a substantial impact on a person's...
Wisconsin woman sentenced for embezzlement
Embezzlement is a form of financial fraud, and it consists of the act of withholding money or other assets for the sole purpose of conversion of said assets. Wisconsin citizens have seen this act carried out first-hand with the recent news of Cheryl A. Angell, the...
1 facing felony charges re drug crimes in Wisconsin
Although being arrested on suspicion of criminal activity can be an intimidating experience, responding to the situation with acts of violence is never advisable. A physical altercation may only lead to increased suspicion of unlawful activity, and a similar act could...