Federal grand juries collect evidence through the use of subpoenas before deciding whether criminal charges are warranted. There is no requirement for a Milwaukee witness to retain an attorney before testifying in front of a federal grand jury, but there is a...
Federal Crimes
10 arrested in Wisconsin underage pornography investigation
A task force comprised of members of eight Wisconsin law enforcement agencies arrested 10 people recently. Allegations of underage pornography possession or distribution were made against half a dozen people -- two other defendants are expected to be charged with the...
What happens when someone is accused of a federal crime?
Federal courts are reserved for defendants accused of federal crimes. Investigations into alleged crimes are conducted by one or more U.S. government agencies, depending upon an agency's area of expertise. For example, the Internal Revenue Service may be involved in a...
What can I expect when facing vehicular homicide charges?
An accident that in some way leads to a death is one of the most serious charges a person could face. This is a federal crime and is often referred to as vehicular homicide, OWI homicide or homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle. A conviction for this type of...
A look at the possible penalties of insider trading
For many Wisconsin residents, insider trading is a source of confusion. This can be particularly so for those who are new to working the markets or even engaging in simple day trading. Not long ago, a post appearing in the blog for Kohn, Smith and Roth explained many...
Fighting Wisconsin domestic violence charges
America is well-known for its passionate personal relationships. Most citizens of Milwaukee and the rest of the nation would not want to trade away this passion for anything, but sometimes our emotional involvement can get the best of us. This can happen in a number...
Avoid wrongful violent crimes convictions with good legal counsel
If you have ever wondered whether legal representation was the same across the board, you might be in for an awakening. While all attorneys have received an education about the law and passed their bar exams, defendants charged with violent crimes should not hesitate...
Not all homicide allegations lead to a murder conviction
If you or someone you know is currently involved in a homicide investigation, you may be experiencing feelings of panic or extreme anxiety. Of course, this is a perfectly normal reaction and it is wise take the matter seriously. However, but before you let these...
When is drunk driving a felony in Wisconsin?
Drunk driving awareness is climbing all across the nation, and Wisconsin is no exception. In response to what lawmakers believe to be a growing threat to public safety, the laws pertaining to drunk driving have become more and more severe. This means that in certain...
Are there different kinds of domestic violence allegations?
As with many alleged crimes, yes, there is more than one way a defendant could be accused of domestic violence. This kind of violence often occurs behind closed doors, making it difficult for authorities to pinpoint the type of crime, if any, that has been committed....