Eau Claire Criminal Defense Blog

Getting pulled over by a police officer is a stressful experience. A traffic stop may make you feel anxious, intimidated and agitated even if you are not guilty of any crime. Police are likely to stop you and question you at some point, so it is vital to know what you should do in this type of situation.

If you make mistakes or are not aware of your rights, you may end up in legal trouble. Here are some suggestions for what to do when a cop pulls you over. 

There are certain hot topics that are controversial and the subjects of ongoing debate throughout the country. If there is one issue that prompts opposing viewpoints as often as immigration, it is marijuana. From medical use to recreational use and vaping, there is definitely no shortage of discussion on such matters.

Regarding vaping, police in Wisconsin recently made a traffic stop that led to a man's arrest. It all began when a police officer pulled over a 22-year-old man for speeding. During the stop, a K-9 dog reportedly alerted officers to loose marijuana lying on the floor of the vehicle.

Depending on the type of drug charge you face in Wisconsin, you could potentially face serious, life-altering consequences in the event that your charge leads to a conviction. Jail time and substantial fees and fines are just some of what you may face once authorities charge you with drug sales, drug possession or a similar drug crime. Depending on circumstances, you may be able to enroll in drug court as an alternative to spending time in jail or prison.

In some instances, drug offenders who did not commit violent crimes may be able to enroll in a state drug court program, instead of facing standard criminal consequences following a drug-related conviction. Should you gain entry into a drug court program, you can anticipate having to stay clean throughout its duration, and you can also plan on undergoing drug testing throughout in addition to appearing regularly before a judge. So, do drug court programs actually work?

When a Wisconsin party gets out of hand, police are often called to the scene to investigate. Such incidents often lead to arrests and, sometimes, criminal charges against one or more party-goers. A recent party prompted a 911 call that ultimately led to six arrests for suspected drug crimes.

It was just after 7 p.m. on a Thursday when cops showed up at a residence in the town of Lincoln. The caller said a fight had broken out at a party. Police say they arrived to a chaotic scene and observed a man attempting to jump out a window. The officers say they shouted at the man, commanding him to show them his hands.