At the federal level, the death penalty is a legal punishment for certain violent crimes and some federal crimes. Each state can decide if it will impose this penalty. While many states do have and use the death penalty, the Death Penalty Information Center explains...
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Former NFL players charged in health care fraud scheme
If you live in the Milwaukee area, there is a good chance that you are a Green Bay Packers fan. As such, you probably enjoy spending Sunday afternoons watching the Packers defeat the Bears or the Vikings. Sometimes, though, football players teach some valuable...
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...
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...
What constitutes police misconduct?
News headlines have caused vigorous debate about the lengths law enforcement officers may go to do their jobs. Some Wisconsin residents may be unfamiliar with the protections they have under the U.S. Constitution. Individuals have the right to be treated fairly in all...
What is the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act?
Until passage of the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act, states did not have uniform guidelines for categorizing sex offenders. A National Sex Offender Registry, known as the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act, was outlined in Title 1 of the 2006...
Prosecution of illegal sales of wildlife resources
Milwaukee residents may make purchasing decisions based upon information about a product's source. For instance, some consumers refuse to buy genetically modified foods or clothing manufactured in countries where sweatshops are prevalent. Individuals and companies...
Subway suspends spokesman ties despite lack of charges
A recent, ongoing news story highlights how quickly criminal charges can change a defendant's life. Jared Fogle, now 37, is best known as the long-time television spokesperson for Subway, the sandwich restaurant that Fogle claimed helped him lose hundreds of excess...
Wisconsin restaurant owners accused of tax evasion
The Internal Revenue Service prosecutes alleged tax cheats aggressively. Tax evasion is a white collar crime punishable by up to five years of imprisonment. Individual fines can be as high as $250,000 with maximum corporate fines of $500,000. Four members of a...
The investigation of cruise ship crimes
Cruise ship companies invite Wisconsin vacationers to enjoy pleasurable experiences in what appears to be a controlled environment. A cruise ship vacation can be a relief from everyday rules and responsibilities. However, approximately 10 million American passengers...
